Education at Merrimack College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Merrimack College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Merrimack College graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 39th percentile of all education masters 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 Massachusetts
Education masters's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack College | $53,770 | $54,057 | — | — |
| Cambridge College | $76,955 | $59,725 | — | — |
| Harvard University | $65,968 | $74,532 | — | — |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs | $65,668 | $57,756 | — | — |
| Northeastern University | $65,668 | $57,756 | — | — |
| Lesley University | $64,854 | $61,153 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,157 | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge College Boston | $18,072 | $76,955 | — |
| Harvard University Cambridge | $59,076 | $65,968 | — |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | — | $65,668 | — |
| Northeastern University Boston | $63,141 | $65,668 | — |
| Lesley University Cambridge | $32,780 | $64,854 | — |
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 Merrimack College, approximately 15% 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.