Business Administration, Management and Operations at Evangel University

At just over $41,600 in first-year earnings, Evangel University's business administration program delivers below-average outcomes for the state and well below national benchmarks. Among Missouri's 42 business programs, it ranks in the 40th percentile—meaning graduates earn less than most comparable in-state options. The gap is even more pronounced nationally, where Evangel lands in just the 31st percentile. For context, top Missouri programs like Rockhurst and Truman State produce graduates earning $50,000+, while Evangel's outcomes sit closer to the state median of $42,524.

The $26,000 debt load is average for business majors, but when paired with below-average earnings, it creates a tighter financial picture than ideal. The 0.62 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates carry about seven months of their annual salary in debt—manageable but not comfortable. More concerning is the minimal earnings growth: just 3% over four years suggests limited career progression for many graduates. While the moderate sample size adds some uncertainty, the consistent pattern across multiple data points is hard to ignore.

For Missouri families, this program represents a middle-of-the-road investment when stronger in-state alternatives exist at similar or lower price points. If your student is specifically drawn to Evangel's faith-based mission, understand you're paying for the campus experience rather than premium career outcomes.