Business/Commerce at Northern Essex Community College
Associate's Degree
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
Business/Commerce associates's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Essex Community College | — | $49,913 | $10,400 | — |
| Mount Wachusett Community College | $42,825 | $52,852 | $9,250 | 0.22 |
| Quinsigamond Community College | $42,618 | — | $17,500 | 0.41 |
| Bristol Community College | $35,815 | $39,349 | $7,480 | 0.21 |
| Springfield Technical Community College | $19,969 | $42,728 | $7,200 | 0.36 |
| National Median | $36,591 | — | $13,437 | 0.37 |
Other Business/Commerce Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Wachusett Community College Gardner | $6,000 | $42,825 | $9,250 |
| Quinsigamond Community College Worcester | $5,974 | $42,618 | $17,500 |
| Bristol Community College Fall River | $5,412 | $35,815 | $7,480 |
| Springfield Technical Community College Springfield | $5,520 | $19,969 | $7,200 |
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 Northern Essex Community College, approximately 33% 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.