Finance and Financial Management Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Post University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$55,402

57th percentile

40th percentile in Connecticut

Median Debt

$33,812

45% above national median

Analysis

Post University's finance program sits in an unusual position: graduates earn slightly above the national average for finance degrees, yet lag behind most Connecticut programs by about $11,000 in first-year earnings. Among the state's 16 finance programs, this ranks in the 40th percentile—meaning six in ten Connecticut finance graduates start with higher salaries. Every UConn campus, for instance, produces graduates earning $67,000 initially, creating a $12,000 gap that compounds over a career.

The debt picture offers a partial offset. At $33,812, graduates here carry about $10,000 more than the national median, but the 0.61 debt-to-earnings ratio remains manageable—you're borrowing roughly seven months of gross salary. With 73% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves students who might otherwise lack access to finance careers, and the earnings do exceed what many entry-level jobs provide.

For families choosing between Connecticut options, this comes down to affordability and admission prospects. If UConn or higher-ranked state programs are accessible, the earnings premium justifies that path. But Post delivers respectable outcomes for students who need a more accessible entry point into finance, particularly given that starting salaries here still beat the national average. Just understand you're trading some earning potential for that accessibility.

Where Post University Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Post University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Connecticut

Finance and Financial Management Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (16 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Post UniversityWaterbury	$17,100	$55,402	—	$33,812	0.61
University of Connecticut-StamfordStamford	$17,472	$67,009	$87,592	$20,399	0.30
University of Connecticut-Avery PointGroton	$17,462	$67,009	$87,592	$20,399	0.30
University of ConnecticutStorrs	$20,366	$67,009	$87,592	$20,399	0.30
University of Connecticut-Waterbury CampusWaterbury	$17,462	$67,009	$87,592	$20,399	0.30
University of Connecticut-Hartford CampusHartford	$17,452	$67,009	$87,592	$20,399	0.30
National Median	—	$53,590	—	$23,332	0.44

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 Post University, approximately 73% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 32 graduates with reported earnings and 38 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.