Accounting at Elmira College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Elmira College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Elmira College graduates earn $53k, placing them in the 49th percentile of all accounting bachelors 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
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (76 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira College | $53,483 | $61,408 | — | — |
| Fordham University | $76,473 | $96,453 | $23,970 | 0.31 |
| Syracuse University | $75,294 | $85,784 | $27,000 | 0.36 |
| Binghamton University | $74,151 | $84,365 | $19,500 | 0.26 |
| Marist University | $71,436 | $79,786 | $23,250 | 0.33 |
| Molloy University | $70,344 | $84,281 | $27,000 | 0.38 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $76,473 | $23,970 |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $63,061 | $75,294 | $27,000 |
| Binghamton University Vestal | $10,363 | $74,151 | $19,500 |
| Marist University Poughkeepsie | $46,140 | $71,436 | $23,250 |
| Molloy University Rockville Centre | $37,840 | $70,344 | $27,000 |
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 Elmira College, approximately 35% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.