International/Global Studies at Western New England University

Similar International/Global Studies programs in Massachusetts suggest Western New England's graduates might earn around $46,530 in their first year—well above the $32,819 national median for this field. That figure matches what Holy Cross reports and significantly outpaces most programs nationally. The estimated $23,625 in debt produces a manageable 0.51 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning roughly six months of gross income to cover the loan.

The caveat is important here: these are estimates drawn from five Massachusetts programs, not actual outcomes for Western New England graduates specifically. The state's International/Global Studies field shows considerable variation—Bentley grads earn $75,000 while Emmanuel reports under $30,000. Western New England's 83% admission rate and middle-range SAT scores suggest it's less selective than several of the schools in that comparison set, which could mean actual outcomes differ from the state median used here.

The estimated numbers present a reasonable picture if they hold—a debt load that shouldn't be crushing paired with earnings that exceed the national benchmark. But with no reported data from this specific program, you're essentially betting that Western New England's placement and curriculum match up with other Massachusetts schools. That's less uncertainty than you'd face nationally, but it's still uncertainty. If your child is seriously considering this program, direct questions to the career services office about actual placement rates and employer relationships would be essential before committing.