Finance and Financial Management Services at Grace College and Theological Seminary

A bachelor's in finance from Grace College appears positioned right in the middle of Indiana's spectrum—with comparable programs in the state suggesting first-year earnings around $55,399. That figure tracks with both the state and national median for finance programs, though it's a world away from Notre Dame's $99,222 or even nearby Butler and Taylor in the low-$60s. For families weighing private school options, that gap matters.

The estimated debt load of $26,400 is slightly higher than Indiana's typical $23,250 for finance programs, though the resulting debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48 remains manageable by most standards. Indiana finance graduates across programs generally finish with debt below half their first-year salary, putting Grace in line with its in-state peers on this measure. The challenge isn't crushing debt—it's whether the starting salary provides enough margin for comfortable repayment and financial independence.

The reality is that Grace's 81% admission rate and modest test scores suggest this isn't competing directly with the state's powerhouse finance programs. If your child is set on finance and Grace is the right cultural or academic fit, the estimated numbers don't wave red flags. But if they have options at Purdue, Butler, or similar schools with reported outcomes $5,000-$10,000 higher right out of the gate, that difference compounds significantly over a career. The value proposition here depends heavily on what alternatives are actually on the table.