Business Administration, Management and Operations at College of Menominee Nation

A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.54 suggests this program's estimated $28,156 in borrowing is manageable against first-year earnings that similar Wisconsin business programs typically produce—around $52,500. That debt level aligns closely with both state and national medians for business bachelor's degrees, while the estimated earnings match Wisconsin's state median exactly. For a tribal college serving a student population where 51% receive Pell grants, these figures indicate the program aims for accessibility without creating outsized debt burdens. The estimation is necessary because College of Menominee Nation's graduating class is too small for the Department of Education to publish specific outcomes, but comparable Wisconsin programs provide reasonable guidance.

The gap between these estimates and Wisconsin's top business programs is substantial—UW-Madison grads earn $67,699, about $15,000 more in year one. However, that comparison misses important context: tribal colleges often serve geographically isolated communities where cost of living differs dramatically from Madison or Milwaukee, and where the local employment landscape may reward business degrees differently. The estimated debt load here is actually lower than at many larger Wisconsin institutions, which matters significantly for first-generation college students or those managing family financial obligations.

For families weighing this investment, the estimated numbers suggest reasonable affordability, but you'll want direct conversations with the college about actual graduate outcomes and where their business alumni typically find employment. The estimates provide a baseline, not a guarantee.