Accounting at University of Scranton
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Scranton graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Scranton graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 75th percentile of all accounting 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 Pennsylvania
Accounting masters's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Scranton | $71,708 | $79,823 | — | — |
| Villanova University | $80,265 | $84,933 | — | — |
| Temple University | $73,162 | $97,777 | — | — |
| La Salle University | $71,714 | $86,899 | — | — |
| Neumann University | $70,917 | $74,871 | — | — |
| Cabrini University | $63,144 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $68,090 | — | — | — |
Other Accounting Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villanova University Villanova | $64,701 | $80,265 | — |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $73,162 | — |
| La Salle University Philadelphia | $35,570 | $71,714 | — |
| Neumann University Aston | $37,300 | $70,917 | — |
| Cabrini University Radnor | $35,815 | $63,144 | — |
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 of Scranton, approximately 22% 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.