Business Administration, Management and Operations at Bucknell University
Bachelor's Degree
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 Pennsylvania
Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (82 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucknell University | — | $79,711 | — | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University | $95,891 | $123,200 | $23,250 | 0.24 |
| University of Pennsylvania | $91,443 | $90,686 | $20,348 | 0.22 |
| Lehigh University | $69,289 | $86,039 | $20,500 | 0.30 |
| Franklin and Marshall College | $64,664 | $77,821 | $19,500 | 0.30 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | $62,675 | $74,000 | $21,000 | 0.34 |
| National Median | $45,703 | — | $26,000 | 0.57 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $63,829 | $95,891 | $23,250 |
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $91,443 | $20,348 |
| Lehigh University Bethlehem | $62,180 | $69,289 | $20,500 |
| Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster | $68,380 | $64,664 | $19,500 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $21,524 | $62,675 | $21,000 |
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 Bucknell University, approximately 11% 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.