Median Earnings (1yr)
$72,039
5th percentile (25th in CA)
Sample Size
34
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Ashford University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Ashford University graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all business administration, management and operations doctoral programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Business Administration, Management and Operations doctoral's programs at peer institutions in California (22 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Ashford University$72,039
The Chicago School at Anaheim$104,532$100,071
The Chicago School at Los Angeles$104,532$100,071
Northcentral University$96,209$119,390
National Median$104,532

Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in California

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
The Chicago School at Anaheim
Anaheim
$104,532
The Chicago School at Los Angeles
Los Angeles
$20,844$104,532
Northcentral University
San Diego
$96,209

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 Ashford University, approximately 31% 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.