Business/Commerce at Edgewood College

Edgewood's business program lands squarely in the middle of Wisconsin's offerings—40th percentile among state schools—but trails the stronger UW system campuses by a significant margin. First-year graduates earn $45,413, slightly below both the state median of $45,624 and the national median of $47,506. The $27,000 debt load is reasonable and typical for the field, translating to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.59.

The 20% earnings growth over four years is solid, bringing graduates to $54,284 by year four, which actually exceeds the national 75th percentile. This trajectory suggests the program provides foundational skills that translate to career advancement, even if starting salaries don't immediately impress. However, graduates still earn roughly $3,500 less annually than those from UW-Oshkosh and fall short of other regional competitors.

For families considering this program, the math works—the debt burden won't be crushing, and earnings improve meaningfully over time. But if location flexibility exists, stronger Wisconsin alternatives offer better returns. This is a serviceable choice for students committed to Edgewood's campus and environment, but not the most competitive option for business education in the state.