Business Administration, Management and Operations at East-West University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How East-West University graduates compare to all programs nationally
East-West University graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all business administration, management and operations bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (52 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East-West University | $32,287 | — | — | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $68,442 | $81,669 | $19,175 | 0.28 |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $65,781 | — | $20,832 | 0.32 |
| Loyola University Chicago | $64,513 | $56,763 | $25,000 | 0.39 |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois | $59,693 | $56,566 | $37,315 | 0.63 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | $55,633 | $58,561 | $27,500 | 0.49 |
| National Median | $45,703 | — | $26,000 | 0.57 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $68,442 | $19,175 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $65,781 | $20,832 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $64,513 | $25,000 |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois Rockford | $13,546 | $59,693 | $37,315 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $13,244 | $55,633 | $27,500 |
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 East-West University, approximately 80% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.