Physical Sciences at CUNY Queensborough Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY Queensborough Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY Queensborough Community College graduates earn $23k, placing them in the 32th percentile of all physical sciences associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Physical Sciences associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Queensborough Community College | $23,219 | $36,844 | — | — |
| CUNY Medgar Evers College | $27,203 | $45,458 | $8,875 | 0.33 |
| CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College | $26,948 | $33,754 | $9,000 | 0.33 |
| CUNY LaGuardia Community College | $19,815 | $36,136 | $7,500 | 0.38 |
| National Median | $26,948 | — | $8,812 | 0.33 |
Other Physical Sciences Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Medgar Evers College Brooklyn | $7,352 | $27,203 | $8,875 |
| CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College New York | $5,170 | $26,948 | $9,000 |
| CUNY LaGuardia Community College Long Island City | $5,218 | $19,815 | $7,500 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At CUNY Queensborough Community College, approximately 45% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 20 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.