Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $25,592 place Manhattanville College below the $31,057 national median for Health and Physical Education/Fitness — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.
The 3.5x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 25% task exposure — and the 8% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $26,000 debt load exceeds a year of the $25,592 starting salary, suggesting a multi-year repayment window before graduates break even financially.
At #458 out of 529 programs, Manhattanville College's financial outcomes for Health and Physical Education/Fitness trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth from $25,592 to $58,182 over five years (127% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.