Finance and Financial Management Services at Fisher College

Based on comparable finance programs in Massachusetts, Fisher's estimated outcomes hover right at the state median—$55,914 in first-year earnings against roughly $26,750 in debt. That 0.48 debt-to-earnings ratio is manageable, particularly for a field where income typically grows with experience and professional credentials. However, these figures represent what similar programs produce statewide, not Fisher's actual graduate outcomes, which the Department of Education couldn't publish due to small sample sizes.

The gap between Fisher's estimated numbers and Massachusetts' top finance programs is substantial. Boston College grads start at $82,495, and even UMass-Amherst reaches nearly $69,000—roughly $13,000 more than what peer programs suggest Fisher graduates might expect. That difference compounds over time, especially in finance where early positioning often determines career trajectory. With 42% of Fisher students receiving Pell grants, many families are weighing whether the private school investment delivers enough advantage over public alternatives.

For parents considering this program, the core question is whether Fisher provides placement advantages or network access that offset its private school costs compared to state universities. The estimated outcomes suggest solid fundamentals—debt you can manage on a finance salary—but without the premium starting salaries that typically justify private school tuition. If Fisher can demonstrate strong employer relationships or Boston-area placement rates, that could shift the equation; otherwise, comparable outcomes at lower cost elsewhere deserve serious consideration.