Business Administration, Management and Operations at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Bowling Green State University-Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus graduates earn $95k, placing them in the 82th 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 Ohio
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (42 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus | $95,153 | $95,620 | — | — |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $116,824 | $133,552 | — | — |
| Miami University-Oxford | $111,886 | $126,268 | — | — |
| Xavier University | $102,289 | $114,397 | — | — |
| Ohio University-Main Campus | $99,097 | $108,396 | — | — |
| University of Akron Main Campus | $97,795 | $74,546 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $116,824 | — |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $111,886 | — |
| Xavier University Cincinnati | $48,125 | $102,289 | — |
| Ohio University-Main Campus Athens | $13,746 | $99,097 | — |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $12,799 | $97,795 | — |
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 Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, approximately 23% 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.