Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations at The New School
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The New School graduates compare to all programs nationally
The New School graduates earn $42k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all specialized sales, merchandising and marketing operations associates 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
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New School | $41,562 | $58,988 | — | — |
| Fashion Institute of Technology | $23,778 | $45,593 | $12,000 | 0.50 |
| Berkeley College-New York | $19,623 | $30,242 | $21,707 | 1.11 |
| National Median | $24,773 | — | $17,004 | 0.69 |
Other Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations 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 | $23,778 | $12,000 |
| Berkeley College-New York New York | $28,600 | $19,623 | $21,707 |
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 The New School, approximately 15% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.