Community Organization and Advocacy at Sullivan County Community College - SUNY Office of Community Colleges

Graduates of the Community Organization and Advocacy program at Sullivan County Community College can expect a steady earnings trajectory. The median earnings one year after graduation stand at $35,024, which increases to $46,728 five years post-graduation and reaches $48,487 after ten years. When adjusted for purchasing power, the five-year salary equivalent is approximately $35,400, reflecting the cost of living in New York, which has a COL index of 1.32 compared to the national average of 1.0. This indicates that while initial earnings may be modest, there is potential for growth over time.

The primary industries that graduates enter include Health Care & Social Assistance, which accounts for 41.9% of employment, followed by an additional 21.9% in the same sector, and 11.2% in Retail Trade. Given the estimated break-even point of approximately 20.3 years compared to a high-school-only path, the return on investment may be considered moderate. While the program offers a pathway into growing fields, prospective students should weigh the long-term financial implications against their career aspirations and the economic landscape in New York.