Median Earnings (1yr)
$76,085
40th percentile

Earnings Distribution

How Suffolk University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
Suffolk University$76,085$103,865+37%
Villanova University$130,913$155,335+19%
Northeastern University$94,478$137,745+46%
Northeastern University Professional Programs$94,478$137,745+46%
Bentley University$79,313$102,557+29%

Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts

Taxation masters's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (6 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Suffolk UniversityBoston$45,380$76,085$103,865โ€”โ€”
Northeastern UniversityBoston$63,141$94,478$137,745โ€”โ€”
Northeastern University Professional ProgramsBostonโ€”$94,478$137,745โ€”โ€”
Bentley UniversityWaltham$58,150$79,313$102,557โ€”โ€”
National Medianโ€”$79,313โ€”โ€”โ€”

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with taxation graduates

Financial Examiners

Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify, or authenticate records.

$90,400/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Accountants and Auditors

Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.

$81,680/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents

Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.

$59,740/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Appraisers of Personal and Business Property

Appraise and estimate the fair value of tangible personal or business property, such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and equipment. May also appraise land.

Tax Preparers

Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.

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 Suffolk University, approximately 27% 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.