Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Maria College of Albany
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Maria College of Albany graduates compare to all programs nationally
Maria College of Albany graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (74 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria College of Albany | $60,857 | $38,220 | — | — |
| Excelsior University | $50,464 | — | $9,196 | 0.18 |
| Touro University | $30,786 | $37,814 | $10,500 | 0.34 |
| SUNY Westchester Community College | $30,417 | — | $8,764 | 0.29 |
| Hudson Valley Community College | $28,464 | $34,341 | $10,046 | 0.35 |
| Columbia-Greene Community College | $28,342 | $31,837 | $11,000 | 0.39 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior University Albany | — | $50,464 | $9,196 |
| Touro University New York | $21,810 | $30,786 | $10,500 |
| SUNY Westchester Community College Valhalla | $5,696 | $30,417 | $8,764 |
| Hudson Valley Community College Troy | $6,694 | $28,464 | $10,046 |
| Columbia-Greene Community College Hudson | $5,904 | $28,342 | $11,000 |
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 Maria College of Albany, approximately 41% 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.