Business Administration, Management and Operations at Anderson University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Anderson University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Anderson University graduates earn $62k, placing them in the 22th percentile of all business administration, management and operations 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 South Carolina
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson University | $62,257 | $87,918 | — | — |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | $118,109 | $124,913 | — | — |
| Clemson University | $87,271 | $90,367 | — | — |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | $75,902 | $103,656 | — | — |
| University of South Carolina Aiken | $72,109 | — | — | — |
| Coker University | $70,962 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $12,688 | $118,109 | — |
| Clemson University Clemson | $15,554 | $87,271 | — |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston | $12,570 | $75,902 | — |
| University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken | $10,760 | $72,109 | — |
| Coker University Hartsville | $31,854 | $70,962 | — |
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 Anderson University, 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.