Location: Williamsport, PA•In-State Tuition: $17,940•Out-of-State Tuition: $25,680
Est. Earnings (1yr)
$57,855
Est. from PA median (23 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$24,980
Est. from PA median (6 programs)

Analysis

Pennsylvania's finance programs produce vastly different outcomes—from Penn's $122,698 to more modest mid-$50,000 figures—and Penn College of Technology appears to land near the state's middle tier. Peer programs in Pennsylvania suggest first-year earnings around $57,855, with typical debt loads near $25,000. That 0.43 debt-to-earnings ratio falls comfortably within manageable territory, meaning graduates would owe less than half their first-year income.

The challenge here isn't the numbers themselves—similar programs nationwide report comparable outcomes, and the debt burden looks reasonable for a business degree. The real question is whether this particular program can deliver what its Pennsylvania peers achieve. With 32% of students on Pell grants, Penn College serves a population that needs education to pay off quickly. The estimated figures suggest it should, assuming this program performs like others in the state.

For parents weighing this investment, the key uncertainty is whether Penn College's specific outcomes match these state-wide patterns or fall short. Request employment data directly from the school—where graduates work, which firms recruit on campus, and what starting salaries recent grads actually command. If Penn College can demonstrate outcomes in line with Pennsylvania's median, this represents a solid middle-market finance credential at a manageable debt level.

Where Pennsylvania College of Technology Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all finance and financial management services bachelors's programs nationally

Pennsylvania College of Technology (estimated ±10%)Other finance and financial management services programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Finance and Financial Management Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (49 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Pennsylvania College of TechnologyWilliamsport$17,940$57,855*—$24,980*—
University of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia$66,104$122,698*$206,646$12,865*0.10
Villanova UniversityVillanova$64,701$82,008*$110,166$26,197*0.32
Lehigh UniversityBethlehem$62,180$76,720*$107,260$23,250*0.30
Saint Joseph's University - PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia$51,340$66,072*$85,648$25,000*0.38
Widener UniversityChester$53,638$62,672*—$26,980*0.43
National Median—$53,590*—$23,332*0.44
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with finance and financial management services graduates

Financial Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Treasurers and Controllers

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Investment Fund Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate investment strategy or operations for a large pool of liquid assets supplied by institutional investors or individual investors.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Sustainability Officers

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Personal Financial Advisors

Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives. May also buy and sell financial assets for clients.

$102,140/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial and Investment Analysts

Conduct quantitative analyses of information involving investment programs or financial data of public or private institutions, including valuation of businesses.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Risk Specialists

Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Budget Analysts

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

$87,930/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Insurance Underwriters

Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and determine acceptance of applications.

$79,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree
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 Pennsylvania College of Technology, approximately 32% 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 23 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.