Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Endicott College

Endicott delivers something rare for a general studies program: genuinely strong first-year earnings ($45,277) paired with exceptionally manageable debt ($15,456). That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.34 means graduates carry less than five months of salary in loans—well below the concerning threshold and among the lowest nationally for this field. While the program ranks in the 60th percentile among Massachusetts schools, that's actually impressive context: it's outperforming the state median of $39,140 and trailing primarily elite institutions like MIT and Bentley, whose liberal arts programs attract very different student populations.

The earnings trajectory deserves attention—the slight dip to $44,540 by year four suggests these grads aren't climbing typical career ladders immediately after graduation. However, that's less alarming when you consider they're starting from a position well above both national ($36,340) and state benchmarks, with minimal debt burden limiting their career flexibility. For a program at a school with 72% admission rates, these outcomes punch above their weight.

The practical takeaway: if your child is considering a general studies path, Endicott offers a genuinely low-risk entry point. The modest debt means they won't face the financial pressure that forces poor career decisions, and they're starting with earnings that already exceed what most liberal arts graduates achieve years into their careers. The moderate sample size warrants some caution, but this looks like solid value for families prioritizing both accessibility and financial stability.