Business/Managerial Economics at Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southern's business economics program struggles to compete even within Georgia's market. Starting at just $39,233, graduates earn substantially less than the state median of $49,368 for this major—placing this program in the bottom quarter of Georgia's 13 business economics offerings. The national picture is even starker: this program ranks in just the 5th percentile nationwide, with first-year earnings trailing the national median by nearly $14,000.

The earnings trajectory does improve significantly, jumping 44% to $56,461 by year four, which suggests graduates eventually find their footing. However, the $29,580 in typical debt—higher than both state and national medians—means students start with a heavier burden than peers at comparable programs. Georgia State graduates begin earning $10,000 more annually while carrying less debt, and UGA's nearby program starts at $13,800 higher.

For families considering this program, the numbers reveal a challenging value equation. Your student would likely graduate earning less than peers from other Georgia public universities while owing more in debt. Unless Georgia Southern offers specific advantages like location flexibility or specialized faculty connections in your target industry, the state's flagship or urban campuses present stronger financial starting points for business economics students.