Finance and Financial Management Services at Brigham Young University

BYU's Finance program turns out graduates earning $83,876 in their first year—about $21,000 more than the median finance graduate in Utah and a full $30,000 above the national median. This places the program in the 95th percentile nationally, making it one of the strongest finance programs in the country by earnings outcomes. Even within Utah's competitive market, it ranks in the 80th percentile, comfortably ahead of peer institutions like University of Utah and Westminster.

The financial picture is exceptional. With just $11,750 in median debt—half the Utah median and less than a quarter of the national figure—graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.14. That means the typical student could theoretically pay off their entire debt load in less than two months of gross earnings. The 15% earnings growth to $96,161 by year four shows strong career trajectory, suggesting graduates aren't just landing good first jobs but advancing well.

For an anxious parent, this is about as clear-cut as college decisions get. Your child would graduate with minimal debt, earning significantly more than most finance graduates nationwide, from a program with a proven track record (the robust sample size confirms these aren't flukes). The relatively accessible 69% admission rate means qualified students have a realistic shot. The combination of elite outcomes without elite-level debt makes this a standout value in finance education.