Location: Oneonta, NY•In-State Tuition: $52,849•Admission Rate: 69%•Avg SAT: 1170
Est. Earnings (1yr)
$56,463
Est. from NY median (7 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$23,250
Est. from NY median (6 programs)

Analysis

Quantitative management programs in New York show enormous variation—from NYU's $102,572 to Siena's $54,855—and without actual graduate data from Hartwick, parents are left working from state averages that sit right in the middle at roughly $56,500. Comparable programs across New York suggest first-year earnings in this range, which trails the national benchmark of $62,000 for this degree by about $5,500. The debt load estimated at $23,250 produces a manageable 0.41 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates would owe roughly five months of their first-year salary.

The real question is why this small program (too few graduates to track individually) costs about the same as larger, more established quantitative management programs in the state. At schools like CUNY Baruch—where actual data shows $62,300 first-year earnings—students pay similar debt for demonstrably stronger outcomes. Hartwick serves a meaningful population (35% Pell-eligible), but families need to understand they're betting on outcomes that could reasonably range from mid-$40,000s to low $60,000s based on how similar programs perform.

The debt itself isn't alarming, but you're paying private college prices for outcomes that peer programs suggest will be middling. Before committing, get specific about Hartwick's employer connections and internship placements in quantitative roles—the school's small size should translate into personalized career support that justifies choosing it over larger, cheaper alternatives with proven track records.

Where Hartwick College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all management sciences and quantitative methods bachelors's programs nationally

Hartwick College (estimated ±10%)Other management sciences and quantitative methods programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Compare to Similar Programs in New York

Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (17 total in state)

Scroll to see more →

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Hartwick CollegeOneonta$52,849$56,463*—$23,250*—
New York UniversityNew York$60,438$102,572*$129,049$17,250*0.17
St. John's University-New YorkQueens$50,110$82,432*—$19,500*0.24
CUNY Bernard M Baruch CollegeNew York$7,464$62,306*$83,300$9,000*0.14
University of RochesterRochester$64,348$56,463*—$22,250*0.39
Siena CollegeLoudonville$44,405$54,855*—$26,806*0.49
National Median—$62,069*—$23,250*0.37
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with management sciences and quantitative methods graduates

Actuaries

Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.

$125,770/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Data Scientists

Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Intelligence Analysts

Produce financial and market intelligence by querying data repositories and generating periodic reports. Devise methods for identifying data patterns and trends in available information sources.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Clinical Data Managers

Apply knowledge of health care and database management to analyze clinical data, and to identify and report trends.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Sustainability Officers

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Statisticians

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

$104,350/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Biostatisticians

Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.

$104,350/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Financial Risk Specialists

Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Management Analysts

Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.

$101,190/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Operations Research Analysts

Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decisionmaking, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, services, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

$91,290/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree
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 Hartwick College, approximately 35% 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 7 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.