Information Science/Studies at Nazareth University

Similar information science programs in New York suggest first-year earnings around $51,000—right at the state median but notably below the $58,000 national benchmark. The estimated $27,000 debt load, however, exceeds both the state median of $21,000 and the national figure of $26,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.52 that signals a manageable but less favorable financial picture than many peer programs would produce.

The gap between top New York programs and these estimates is substantial. Syracuse and Stony Brook graduates command salaries in the $68,000-$73,000 range, while SUNY Old Westbury hits $56,000—all with outcomes that likely come with lower debt at public institutions. For a private university charging enough to generate $27,000 in estimated debt, Nazareth's information science program appears to struggle with the return on investment equation that peer programs navigate more successfully.

Given the small graduate cohort that triggered data suppression here, this program may lack the employer connections or technical depth that drive stronger outcomes elsewhere. The 0.52 debt ratio isn't catastrophic, but it suggests your child would be taking on above-average debt for below-average earnings in a field where other New York options—particularly SUNY schools—could deliver better value. Unless Nazareth offers specific advantages that justify the premium, comparable programs warrant serious consideration.