Analysis
Pennsylvania's Management Sciences programs cluster tightly in the $73,000-$76,000 range for first-year earnings, and Geneva College's estimated figures place it right in that pack—comparable to what graduates from Temple and Drexel typically earn. With estimated debt around $26,400, this translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.36, meaning your child would owe roughly four months of their first year's salary. That's manageable by most standards, especially for a quantitative field where analytical skills tend to command steady demand.
The challenge here is uncertainty. Because Geneva's actual graduate outcomes aren't published (likely due to small cohort size), we're extrapolating from peer programs across Pennsylvania. Similar schools in the state suggest this earnings-and-debt profile, but individual results can vary significantly based on the specific curriculum, internship connections, and whether students leverage the quantitative training toward finance, operations, or data analytics roles. The national median for this major sits lower at $62,000, which suggests Pennsylvania's market—or perhaps its program quality—tilts favorable.
For parents weighing this investment: the estimated numbers look solid for a bachelor's degree, particularly if your child has clear career direction. But recognize you're making this decision with less program-specific evidence than you'd have at larger schools with published data. If Geneva offers strong placement support or industry partnerships in Pittsburgh's corporate sector, that could validate the projection. Without that context, you're betting on state averages holding true.
Where Geneva College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all management sciences and quantitative methods bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (29 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $33,610 | $73,497* | — | $26,431* | — | |
| $66,104 | $104,502* | — | $15,750* | 0.15 | |
| $64,701 | $76,606* | — | $27,000* | 0.35 | |
| $22,082 | $74,778* | $86,666 | $26,000* | 0.35 | |
| $60,663 | $74,357* | $86,702 | $28,750* | 0.39 | |
| $50,320 | $73,497* | — | $27,000* | 0.37 | |
| National Median | — | $62,069* | — | $23,250* | 0.37 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with management sciences and quantitative methods graduates
Actuaries
Data Scientists
Business Intelligence Analysts
Clinical Data Managers
Chief Executives
Chief Sustainability Officers
General and Operations Managers
Statisticians
Biostatisticians
Financial Risk Specialists
Management Analysts
Operations Research Analysts
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 Geneva College, approximately 32% 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 9 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.