Accounting at Endicott College

Endicott's accounting graduates earn $68,483 in their first year—a figure that ranks in the 95th percentile nationally and puts them just below Boston College and Bentley, two of Massachusetts' most respected business schools. That's impressive positioning for a program at a school with a 72% admission rate. The estimated debt of around $27,000, derived from comparable Massachusetts programs, translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.39, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off their loans in under five months of gross salary.

The standout here is how Endicott's accounting program performs relative to its institutional profile. While the college serves a broader student base than elite competitors, its accounting graduates are earning nearly $15,000 more than the national median and holding their own against programs at more selective schools. Four years out, earnings climb to nearly $79,000—solid growth that suggests good career trajectory, even if it doesn't quite match the explosive early gains seen in some business fields.

For parents, this looks like a strong ROI scenario assuming the debt estimate holds true for your student. The combination of strong early earnings and manageable debt makes this program notably competitive in Massachusetts' crowded accounting landscape. The key uncertainty is whether your child's actual borrowing will align with that $27,000 estimate—confirm Endicott's specific aid packages before committing.