Finance and Financial Management Services at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Finance programs in New York run the full spectrum—from Fordham grads pulling in $84,000 their first year to Alfred Tech's estimated $51,000. While the earnings data here is derived from comparable finance programs across New York rather than Alfred's own graduates, that $51,000 figure sits just below the national median of $54,000 and suggests a more modest entry point into the field than what you'd see at the state's top business schools.

The upside is manageable debt. At an estimated $19,400, Alfred Tech graduates would carry about $6,000 less than the typical New York finance student, and their debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.38 means they'd owe less than four months' salary—well within comfortable repayment territory. By year four, earnings climb to $59,400, nearly matching the national 75th percentile and offering a clearer picture of this program's trajectory once graduates establish themselves.

The trade-off is straightforward: you're choosing accessibility and affordability over prestige and peak earning potential. Alfred's 82% admission rate and strong Pell representation (45%) suggest it serves students who might not have access to Fordham or Binghamton, and the debt burden reflects that mission. If your child can handle the work at a more selective program, the earnings gap is substantial enough to consider those options. But for students seeking a solid finance credential without crushing debt, peer programs at this level deliver reasonable returns.