Analysis
A 0.28 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests favorable economics, though both figures here are estimates drawn from national peer programs rather than Saint Michael's own graduate outcomes. Comparable bachelor's programs in statistics nationally produce first-year earnings around $60,000, and with estimated borrowing of $16,875, graduates would face manageable monthly payments representing less than 10% of pre-tax income—well within sustainable territory.
The challenge is Vermont's limited data landscape. With only three schools offering statistics degrees in the state and none reporting actual outcomes, it's difficult to assess whether Saint Michael's commands any premium or disadvantage within its local market. The college's 92% admission rate and modest Pell representation (18%) suggest a less selective environment than many national statistics programs, which could mean the actual graduate outcomes differ from the national median used here.
For families considering this program, the estimated numbers point toward reasonable value, but the lack of school-specific data creates real uncertainty. If your child is comparing options, prioritize schools with reported outcomes—you'll have concrete evidence of what graduates actually earn and owe. If Saint Michael's offers other compelling reasons (location, fit, specific faculty), the estimated financial picture doesn't raise obvious red flags, but you're making that decision with less information than you'd ideally have.
Where Saint Michael's College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all statistics bachelors's programs nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,040 | $59,718* | — | $16,875* | — | |
| $59,076 | $141,116* | — | —* | — | |
| $66,104 | $129,732* | — | —* | — | |
| $65,805 | $97,197* | $113,854 | $13,500* | 0.14 | |
| $63,829 | $93,111* | $142,883 | $21,375* | 0.23 | |
| $14,850 | $83,227* | $102,151 | $16,165* | 0.19 | |
| National Median | — | $59,718* | — | $20,150* | 0.34 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with statistics graduates
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Actuaries
Data Scientists
Business Intelligence Analysts
Clinical Data Managers
Mathematicians
Statisticians
Biostatisticians
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Survey Researchers
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 Michael's College, approximately 18% 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 national median of 51 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.