Business Administration, Management and Operations at Calumet College of Saint Joseph

Starting at $33,166, graduates of this program earn about 27% less than the typical Indiana business major and rank near the bottom 10th percentile statewide—that's a significant gap when Indiana schools like Ball State and Indiana Wesleyan consistently produce graduates earning $58,000-$62,000. The $25,000 in debt is manageable at roughly three-quarters of first-year earnings, but you're taking on near-typical debt for substantially below-typical returns.

The 42% earnings jump to $47,192 by year four shows genuine growth potential, which matters for a school serving nearly half Pell Grant recipients who may be prioritizing access over prestige. However, even that four-year figure still trails the state median significantly. The major caveat here is the small sample size—fewer than 30 graduates means these numbers could swing dramatically year to year and may not represent what your child would actually experience.

For families considering this program, understand you're likely accepting a $15,000-$20,000 annual earnings discount compared to other Indiana business programs, at least in early career years. If Calumet's location, smaller environment, or affordability makes it the only viable option, the debt load won't be crushing. But if your child can access Ball State, Purdue, or Indiana Wesleyan, those programs deliver substantially stronger early-career outcomes.