Museology/Museum Studies at Syracuse University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Syracuse University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Syracuse University graduates earn $31k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all museology/museum studies masters 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
Museology/Museum Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse University | $31,080 | $51,026 | — | — |
| Fashion Institute of Technology | $48,369 | — | — | — |
| SUNY Oneonta | $40,063 | $46,307 | — | — |
| National Median | $36,232 | — | — | — |
Other Museology/Museum Studies Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion Institute of Technology New York | $6,170 | $48,369 | — |
| SUNY Oneonta Oneonta | $8,812 | $40,063 | — |
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 Syracuse University, approximately 16% 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.