Business/Commerce at Eastern Nazarene College

A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.50 suggests manageable repayment prospects, but the uncertainty here matters more than usual. Based on comparable business programs at similar Massachusetts institutions, graduates might expect around $51,000 in first-year earnings against roughly $26,000 in debt. That mirrors the state median exactly—which makes sense, since that's where these estimates come from. The challenge is that Eastern Nazarene's actual outcomes could differ significantly in either direction, and with only 16 business programs across Massachusetts, even the peer data represents a limited sample.

What we can say with confidence: Massachusetts business graduates generally fare better than the national median of $47,500, and the state's stronger job market likely benefits Eastern Nazarene students. The school serves a substantial population of Pell grant recipients (35%), suggesting it provides access to students who might not otherwise pursue a four-year business degree. The question is whether Eastern Nazarene's specific outcomes cluster with mid-tier state schools like Framingham State ($50,775) or fall below that benchmark.

Given the data limitations, request actual placement rates and employer partnerships directly from the school. Without verified outcomes, you're essentially betting that Eastern Nazarene performs at least at the state median—a reasonable assumption for a regionally-accredited program, but one that deserves verification before committing $26,000 in loans.