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The small sample size here is crucial—with under 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift dramatically with just a few data points. That said, the pattern shows graduates starting at $21,430 (bottom 5th percentile nationally) before climbing to nearly $37,000 four years out. This 72% earnings growth is impressive, but the low starting point raises questions about whether graduates can afford to wait through those early years.

The debt picture offers some relief: at $10,118, it's less than half the national median and well below what most NY programs charge. This gives graduates breathing room during that difficult first year. Still, earning $21,430 while peers at CUNY Bronx start at $36,000 means a significant income gap that persists even after the strong growth trajectory. Within New York, this program ranks only at the 25th percentile—three-quarters of similar programs start their graduates at higher wages.

The low debt makes this less risky than many alternatives, but the earning potential lags far behind comparable programs in the state. If your child needs this degree to enter the field quickly and can manage on minimal income initially, the manageable debt keeps doors open. But if stronger starting earnings matter—particularly for students without family financial support—other NY community colleges deliver substantially better outcomes from day one.