Compare to Similar Programs in New York

Urban Studies/Affairs bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (21 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University at Buffalo
CUNY Queens College$42,995$55,584$12,2010.28
Barnard College$40,294$62,064$19,0000.47
Vassar College$39,410
National Median$40,294$21,7750.54

Other Urban Studies/Affairs Programs in New York

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
CUNY Queens College
Queens
$7,538$42,995$12,201
Barnard College
New York
$66,246$40,294$19,000
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie
$67,805$39,410

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 University at Buffalo, approximately 32% 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.