Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at Mercy University

Mercy University's lab science graduates start at an impressive $101,516—putting them in the national program's top tier, though the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means individual circumstances heavily influence these figures. What's more revealing is how this compares within New York: those first-year earnings land at the 60th percentile statewide, trailing programs like CUNY York ($105,425) and Farmingdale State ($95,766). Given that New York's median for this field already runs 37% higher than the national average, Mercy's graduates are doing well in an already strong market, but they're not breaking away from the pack.

The financial math works cleanly here. At $31,000 in debt—just 31% of first-year earnings—graduates face manageable loan payments even in expensive New York metro areas. That debt load sits well below both state and national medians, likely reflecting a mix of institutional aid (47% of students receive Pell grants) and the relatively accessible 85% admission rate.

The caveat matters: with fewer than 30 graduates reporting, a handful of students landing specialized positions could skew these numbers upward. If your child is considering this program, recognize they're entering a high-paying field in a high-paying region, but Mercy isn't necessarily providing an edge over SUNY or CUNY alternatives that might cost less upfront.