Business Administration, Management and Operations at Berry College

Berry College's business program sits comfortably in the middle of Georgia's offerings, with first-year earnings of $46,603 outpacing both the state median ($44,392) and national median ($45,703). Among the 54 Georgia schools offering this program, it ranks in the 60th percentile—a solid position that suggests the college's liberal arts approach to business education translates into real market value. The debt load of $25,299 is also slightly better than state and national norms, creating a manageable 0.54 debt-to-earnings ratio.

The earnings trajectory is encouraging, with graduates seeing 13% income growth to $52,689 by year four—reaching the national 75th percentile by that point. However, the program serves a small number of graduates (under 30 in the reporting period), which means individual outcomes can swing these numbers significantly. The college's relatively modest Pell grant percentage (24%) and solid SAT average (1223) suggest Berry attracts financially stable students who may have additional resources beyond just their starting salary.

For Georgia families weighing their options, Berry delivers reliable mid-tier outcomes at a reasonable debt level. It won't match Emory's $85,000 salaries, but it substantially outperforms the state median while keeping borrowing in check. Just remember that small sample sizes mean your child's experience could vary more than it would at a larger program.