Analysis
A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.74 suggests a manageable financial picture for this bachelor's degree, though the underlying figures come from comparable programs rather than Franklin Pierce's own graduates. Based on three public health programs in New Hampshire, first-year earnings around $36,700 align closely with the national median of $37,500, while estimated debt of $27,000 sits squarely at both state and national benchmarks. This puts the program in the middle of the packβneither a standout performer nor a red flag.
The estimated earnings trail Southern New Hampshire University's public health graduates by about $9,000, which matters when you're making monthly loan payments. That said, public health bachelor's programs rarely produce dramatically different outcomes within the same region, and these estimates suggest Franklin Pierce graduates would likely earn enough to handle the debt burden without excessive strain. The monthly payment on $27,000 would consume roughly 10-11% of gross monthly income at these salary levels.
Given the small graduate cohort that triggered data suppression, you're essentially betting that this program will perform like its New Hampshire peers rather than outperform or underperform them. If your child is committed to public health and values Franklin Pierce's environment, the estimated numbers don't suggest financial disaster. But recognize you're working with a peer-based projection rather than a track record specific to this school.
Where Franklin Pierce University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all public health bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in New Hampshire
Public Health bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Hampshire (6 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $44,963 | $36,710* | β | $27,000* | β | |
| $16,450 | $45,910* | β | $34,162* | 0.74 | |
| $37,791 | $36,710* | β | $27,000* | 0.74 | |
| $14,558 | $34,087* | $33,281 | $27,000* | 0.79 | |
| National Median | β | $37,548* | β | $26,000* | 0.69 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with public health graduates
Physicists
Medical and Health Services Managers
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists
Genetic Counselors
Epidemiologists
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
Climate Change Policy Analysts
Environmental Restoration Planners
Industrial Ecologists
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Franklin Pierce University, approximately 27% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in NH. Actual outcomes may vary.