Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences at SUNY Oneonta
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How SUNY Oneonta graduates compare to all programs nationally
SUNY Oneonta graduates earn $34k, placing them in the 73th percentile of all family and consumer sciences/human sciences bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (3 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY Oneonta | $34,288 | $54,325 | $26,345* | — |
| CUNY Queens College | $32,457 | $40,362 | $13,375* | 0.41 |
| National Median | $31,748 | — | $26,500* | 0.83 |
Other Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Queens College Queens | $7,538 | $32,457 | $13,375 |
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 SUNY Oneonta, approximately 33% 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.