Education at Endicott College

Endicott's education graduates start at just $26,489—barely above the poverty line for a family of four—but this program tells an unusual story of dramatic growth. Within four years, earnings nearly double to $52,352, outpacing both the state and national medians for education majors. While that first year puts this program in the bottom 5% nationally, it ranks solidly middle-of-the-pack among Massachusetts education programs, all of which share similarly low starting salaries.

The $27,000 debt load is slightly above the national median for education programs, creating an uncomfortable first-year squeeze where debt nearly equals annual income. However, the picture improves considerably by year four, when the debt-to-earnings ratio drops to a more manageable 0.52. Massachusetts' high cost of living means that even $52,000 requires careful budgeting, but the steep earnings trajectory suggests graduates are landing in districts or roles with stronger pay scales as they gain experience and certifications.

For families considering this path: your child will face genuine financial hardship in those first years after graduation, likely requiring parental support or additional income. The bet here is on year-four earnings potential and the stability of teaching careers. If your family can bridge that difficult first year and your child is committed to the profession, the trajectory looks promising—but there's no getting around that initial sacrifice.