Davis College
Davis College — Earnings vs Cost (vs National Average)
Davis College at a Glance
Davis College is a private Baptist bible college. It is affiliated with the Baptist Convention of New York and endorsed by the Baptist Convention of Pennsylvania/South Jersey. The school currently offers its BRE degree at the campus of the Word of Life Bible Institute, located at 4230 Glendale Road in Pottersville, New York, with which the school has a close relationship.
1900
126 years old
161
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22 acres
Identity
Is Davis College Worth It?
At a value score of 25/100, Davis College is a below-average value relative to its cost. Graduates earn $38,450 — 29% below average — while paying $12,875/year. Consider alternatives with better earnings-to-cost ratios.
The investment pays for itself in just 1.3 years — among the fastest payback periods of any college we track.
A 33% graduation rate is a serious red flag — fewer than 3 in 10 students finish. Those who don't graduate may still carry student debt without the higher-earning credential to show for it.
Bottom line: consider whether the specific program you're interested in at Davis College has outcomes that justify the cost — the institution-wide numbers suggest caution.
Best Programs at Davis College
The highest-earning program at Davis College is Bible/Biblical Studies at $20,400/year (4 years after graduation).
Your major matters more than the school name — a Bible/Biblical Studies graduate from Davis College earns $20,400, while a Bible/Biblical Studies graduate earns $20,400. Choose your program carefully — it's the single biggest lever you control.
Debt also varies by program: Bible/Biblical Studies graduates carry $18,326 in median debt vs. $18,326 for Bible/Biblical Studies.
Return on Investment
Estimated 4-Year Cost
Based on $12,875/yr net price × 4 years
Earnings Premium
vs. national average of $53,787/yr
Payback Period
Time to recoup the total cost through higher earnings
10-Year Net Gain
Median earnings over 10 years minus total cost of attendance
Programs & Earnings by Major
Graduate earnings data by field of study (4 years after graduation):
| Major | Earnings (4yr) | Earnings (1yr) | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | $20,400 | $20,400 | $18,326 |
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Quick Facts
- Institution Type
- private
- Location
- Pottersville, NY
- Student Body
- 106 students
- Admission Rate
- 56%
- Graduation Rate
- 33%
- Net Price (Annual)
- $12,875
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $38,450