Finance and Financial Management Services at Pace University

Pace University's Finance program doesn't lead the New York pack, but it delivers something more valuable: strong initial placement followed by rapid income growth. Graduates start at $61,246—already ahead of the state median by nearly $10,000—then see their earnings jump 33% to over $81,000 within four years. That trajectory puts them on track to catch up with even the top-tier programs, while carrying just $26,000 in debt (slightly above the state median but well below the national average).

Among New York's 47 finance programs, this ranks solidly at the 60th percentile, which is particularly notable given Pace's relatively accessible admissions profile. You're not paying for the Fordham or Binghamton brand, but your child would still be earning more than graduates from 28 other New York programs. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 means repaying loans shouldn't strain early budgets—equivalent to less than half a year's starting salary.

The real question is whether your child can leverage Pace's New York City location effectively. The strong initial placement and earnings growth suggest employers value Pace finance graduates, likely benefiting from the school's proximity to Wall Street and corporate headquarters. For a student who wants to stay in New York and is motivated to climb quickly, this represents solid value without requiring elite credentials for entry.