Analysis
Similar health professions programs in New York suggest first-year earnings around $37,000—aligned with both state and national medians but notably trailing outcomes at schools like Excelsior University ($52,631) and SUNY Cortland ($39,217). The estimated $27,000 debt burden, while typical for bachelor's programs in this field, becomes significant when paired with these modest initial earnings. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.73 means graduates would need to dedicate nearly three-quarters of their first year's income just to cover what they borrowed.
The challenge with health professions bachelor's degrees is they often serve as stepping stones rather than endpoints—many graduates pursue additional certifications or advanced degrees to boost earning potential. If your child plans to work immediately after graduation, these peer-program figures suggest a tight financial start, particularly in high-cost Long Island. If this degree is meant as preparation for graduate school, factor in additional time and tuition before career-level earnings kick in.
Given the limited actual data for Molloy's specific program, request graduation and employment rates directly from the university. Understanding where their graduates actually work and what roles they fill matters more than statewide estimates when you're making a decision about this particular school.
Where Molloy University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health professions bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Health Professions bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (17 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Molloy UniversityRockville Centre | $37,840 | $37,158* | — | $27,000* | — |
 Excelsior UniversityAlbany | — | $52,631* | $83,502 | $31,251* | 0.59 |
 State University of New York at CortlandCortland | $8,815 | $39,217* | $51,495 | $26,995* | 0.69 |
 St. Francis CollegeBrooklyn | $27,570 | $38,342* | $42,483 | $25,500* | 0.67 |
 St. John's University-New YorkQueens | $50,110 | $35,973* | $53,575 | $27,000* | 0.75 |
 Long Island UniversityBrookville | $41,642 | $31,153* | $49,589 | $25,000* | 0.80 |
| National Median | — | $38,492* | — | $26,000* | 0.68 |
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 Molloy University, approximately 30% 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 6 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.