Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies at Stonehill College

In Massachusetts, interdisciplinary studies programs show considerable variation in outcomes, and Stonehill's estimated first-year earnings of $35,282 sit below the state median of $39,530. While data suppression prevents us from seeing this specific program's actual graduate outcomes, comparable programs nationally suggest starting salaries that would require roughly nine months of gross income to cover the estimated $26,500 in student debt—a manageable but not exceptional ratio.

The more encouraging signal comes from the four-year earnings figure of $64,189, which represents substantial growth and suggests graduates eventually find their footing in the job market. However, that first year looks tight financially, particularly given that only 15% of Stonehill students receive Pell grants, meaning most families are paying significant amounts out of pocket for what peer programs show is a modest initial return.

For families considering this program, the central question is whether Stonehill's environment justifies starting $4,000 below the Massachusetts average for this degree. The debt load itself isn't alarming—it's close to both state and national norms—but combined with below-average first-year earnings, families should have frank conversations about post-graduation financial support during that initial period. The four-year rebound is real, but getting through those early years matters considerably.