Business Administration, Management and Operations at Saint Vincent College

Saint Vincent College's business program sits just above the national average but trails most Pennsylvania competitors—a notable gap given that in-state options will likely be your child's comparison set. While first-year earnings of $46,866 exceed the national median by about $1,000, they fall 6% below Pennsylvania's median of $47,040. More concerning: among the 82 business programs in Pennsylvania, this ranks in just the 40th percentile, meaning six out of ten similar programs in the state deliver better starting salaries.

The financial picture offers a silver lining. At $27,000 in median debt, graduates face manageable payments—the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.58 means debt equals roughly seven months of salary. Earnings grow a respectable 13% to $52,861 by year four, suggesting graduates gain traction in their careers. That said, even with this growth, earnings remain well below what nearby competitors like University of Pittsburgh ($62,675) or Lehigh ($69,289) achieve.

For families prioritizing affordability and solid fundamentals over maximizing earning potential, Saint Vincent delivers a reasonable value. But if your child has competitive admissions prospects and Pennsylvania is your target state, exploring programs that place higher within the state's rankings would likely yield stronger returns on a similar investment.