Accounting at Franklin Pierce University

Franklin Pierce's accounting graduates start well below what they'd earn from most other New Hampshire accounting programs—roughly $9,000 less than the state median in their first year. Among the eight schools offering accounting degrees in the state, this program ranks in just the 25th percentile, meaning three-quarters of NH accounting programs deliver better initial outcomes. Nearby Saint Anselm produces graduates earning $15,000 more right out of the gate, while even public Plymouth State tops Franklin Pierce by nearly $9,000.

The 28% earnings growth to year four is respectable, bringing graduates to $57,926, but they're still playing catch-up. The debt load of $26,274 is manageable relative to first-year earnings, though given those earnings lag behind state and national norms, repayment will likely feel tighter than it would for graduates of higher-performing programs. With fewer than 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift with a different cohort, but the pattern across multiple years suggests consistent underperformance.

For families considering Franklin Pierce's accounting program at full price, the math is challenging. Your student would likely graduate earning less than peers from other NH schools while carrying similar debt. Unless there's a compelling non-financial reason to choose Franklin Pierce, other in-state options offer clearer pathways to stronger career outcomes in accounting.