Business, Management, Marketing, at Elon University

Elon's business program launches graduates into strong starting salaries—$60,719 beats the national median by nearly $10,000—but the real story emerges in year four, when median earnings jump to $92,616. That 53% growth trajectory suggests graduates are landing roles with genuine advancement potential, not just entry-level positions with salary caps. With only $19,500 in median debt, the numbers work from day one: graduates owe roughly a third of their first-year salary, well below the threshold where debt becomes burdensome.

The state context is limited here—only two North Carolina schools reported data for this program—but Elon matches the state median for earnings while keeping debt in check. Nationally, this program sits at the 75th percentile for earnings, meaning it outperforms three-quarters of business programs across the country. However, debt ranks in the 95th percentile, which initially sounds concerning until you realize that's actually among the lowest debt loads nationally (the scale is counterintuitive).

For families evaluating Elon's business program, the combination of manageable debt and strong earnings growth makes this a relatively safe bet. The 67% admission rate suggests accessibility without sacrificing outcomes, though the low Pell Grant percentage (9%) indicates this campus may lack economic diversity. If your student can get in and manage the upfront costs, the post-graduation financial picture looks solid.