Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Trocaire College
Associate's Degree
Analysis
Trocaire College's Allied Health program places graduates squarely in the middle of the pack nationally, but lags behind most New York competitors—a significant issue when students are comparing in-state options. At around $53,000 in first-year earnings, graduates earn roughly $5,000 less than the typical New York program and $1,200 below the national median. More concerning is the state ranking: this program sits in just the 40th percentile among New York's 36 Allied Health programs, while nearby SUNY community colleges are placing graduates into earnings that exceed $80,000.
The financial structure itself is reasonable—$21,588 in debt translates to a manageable 0.41 debt-to-earnings ratio, better than many programs nationally. However, the modest earnings decline by year four suggests limited advancement opportunities in whatever career paths these graduates pursue. For a parent evaluating Buffalo-area options, the question becomes whether Trocaire's outcomes justify its cost when SUNY community colleges in the region appear to be delivering substantially stronger results. The 50% Pell Grant population indicates the college serves students who need strong ROI, yet the earnings data suggests they're not getting the most competitive preparation available in New York's Allied Health market.
Where Trocaire College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions associates's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Trocaire College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trocaire College | $53,090 | $51,727 | -3% |
| CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College | $100,611 | $102,539 | +2% |
| CUNY LaGuardia Community College | $68,603 | $95,398 | +39% |
| Nassau Community College | $81,810 | $80,741 | -1% |
| Molloy University | $94,599 | $77,935 | -18% |
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (36 total in state)
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Trocaire CollegeBuffalo | $19,820 | $53,090 | $51,727 | $21,588 | 0.41 |
 CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community CollegeNew York | $5,170 | $100,611 | $102,539 | $13,900 | 0.14 |
 Molloy UniversityRockville Centre | $37,840 | $94,599 | $77,935 | $27,500 | 0.29 |
 SUNY Westchester Community CollegeValhalla | $5,696 | $84,624 | — | — | — |
 CUNY Bronx Community CollegeBronx | $5,206 | $83,382 | $69,599 | $7,800 | 0.09 |
 Nassau Community CollegeGarden City | $6,330 | $81,810 | $80,741 | $18,500 | 0.23 |
| National Median | — | $54,327 | — | $19,113 | 0.35 |
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 Trocaire College, approximately 50% 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 51 graduates with reported earnings and 62 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.