Est. Earnings (1yr)
$44,240
Est. from CT median (12 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$21,563
Est. from CT median (4 programs)

Analysis

A debt-to-earnings ratio under 0.5 is worth noting—comparable Connecticut liberal arts programs suggest graduates here might carry roughly $21,500 in debt against first-year earnings around $44,000. That's manageable by any reasonable standard, particularly when you consider that similar programs nationally typically produce graduates earning $36,000 while carrying $27,000 in debt. The Connecticut advantage is real: the state median for this major sits well above national norms, and Holy Apostles' estimated outcomes align with that stronger market.

The catch is that these figures come from peer institutions, not Holy Apostles' own graduates, so there's inherent uncertainty about what this specific program delivers. Still, the school serves a small population (just 16% receive Pell grants, suggesting either selective admissions or limited financial aid reach), and the estimated earnings match what UConn campuses report. That Connecticut context matters—local liberal arts graduates appear to find better early-career footing than their peers elsewhere.

For parents evaluating this investment, the estimated numbers suggest a reasonable financial proposition, but the lack of program-specific data means you're betting on Connecticut's labor market more than Holy Apostles' track record. If your student thrives in small, faith-oriented environments and plans to stay in the region, the math works. Just recognize you're operating on projections, not proof.

Where Holy Apostles College and Seminary Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Connecticut

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (22 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Holy Apostles College and SeminaryCromwell$9,580$44,240*—$21,563*—
Yale UniversityNew Haven$64,700$61,133*—$15,750*0.26
Charter Oak State CollegeNew Britain$8,506$44,615*$50,683$25,000*0.56
University of ConnecticutStorrs$20,366$44,240*$47,843$22,000*0.50
University of Connecticut-Waterbury CampusWaterbury$17,462$44,240*$47,843$22,000*0.50
University of Connecticut-Avery PointGroton$17,462$44,240*$47,843$22,000*0.50
National Median—$36,340*—$27,000*0.74
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

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 Holy Apostles College and Seminary, approximately 16% 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 12 similar programs in CT. Actual outcomes may vary.