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 Washington

Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (18 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Saint Martin's University$64,236
Seattle University$70,570$91,473$23,7340.34
Gonzaga University$69,440$79,971$24,2500.35
University of Washington-Bothell Campus$62,731$76,793$17,0830.27
University of Washington-Seattle Campus$62,731$76,793$17,0830.27
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus$62,731$76,793$17,0830.27
National Median$53,694$25,0000.47

Other Accounting Programs in Washington

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Seattle University
Seattle
$54,285$70,570$23,734
Gonzaga University
Spokane
$53,500$69,440$24,250
University of Washington-Bothell Campus
Bothell
$12,559$62,731$17,083
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle
$12,643$62,731$17,083
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Tacoma
$12,817$62,731$17,083

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 Saint Martin's University, approximately 40% 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.