Business Administration, Management and Operations at Columbia Basin College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Columbia Basin College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Columbia Basin College graduates earn $42k, placing them in the 85th percentile of all business administration, management and operations associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Business Administration, Management and Operations associates's programs at peer institutions in Washington (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Basin College | $42,127 | — | $16,084* | — |
| Perry Technical Institute | $38,071 | $37,852 | $13,740* | 0.36 |
| Spokane Community College | $31,974 | $27,329 | $20,416* | 0.64 |
| Tacoma Community College | $20,066 | — | $16,084* | 0.80 |
| National Median | $33,977 | — | $13,980* | 0.41 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perry Technical Institute Yakima | — | $38,071 | $13,740 |
| Spokane Community College Spokane | $4,057 | $31,974 | $20,416 |
| Tacoma Community College Tacoma | $4,920 | $20,066 | $16,084 |
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 Columbia Basin College, approximately 24% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 11 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.