Business Administration, Management and Operations at Stonehill College

Stonehill's business program launches graduates into solid starting salaries—$57,898 is well above both the national and Massachusetts medians—but what's more impressive is where they end up. That 28% earnings jump to $74,000 by year four suggests strong career progression, closing much of the gap with graduates from Boston's powerhouse business schools who start higher but may plateau earlier.

The 60th percentile ranking within Massachusetts is actually better than it sounds. Yes, Boston College and Babson grads earn more initially, but Stonehill students carry similar debt ($25,197 versus the state median of $26,000) while still clearing the state median by nearly $10,000 in year one. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.44 means your child would owe less than half their first year's salary—manageable by any standard. Within the broader national landscape of 1,600+ business programs, ranking in the 91st percentile for earnings reveals genuine value.

For families who can't justify the premium cost of elite Boston business schools, Stonehill offers a clear alternative: strong initial placement with notable upward momentum. The relatively high admission rate (73%) and accessible debt load make this a realistic option that still delivers competitive outcomes without requiring your child to finish in the top of their class just to break even financially.