Business Administration, Management and Operations at Indiana Institute of Technology

Indiana Tech's business program charges significantly more than typical for the field—with debt levels in the 95th percentile nationally—but graduates enter the workforce earning $53,894, well above both national and state medians. That initial edge is real: these graduates out-earn peers at 79% of business programs nationwide. However, there's a troubling undercurrent: earnings actually decline by 4% over the first four years post-graduation, dropping to $51,858. While that's still solid income, the trajectory suggests graduates may be hitting salary ceilings earlier than expected, particularly when compared to top Indiana programs like Grace College ($62,251) or Ball State ($60,526).

The debt load deserves careful attention. At nearly $39,000, graduates owe roughly $13,000 more than the typical business major both nationally and in Indiana. The 0.72 debt-to-earnings ratio is manageable on paper, but it assumes that first-year salary represents stable earning power. Given the downward trend, this ratio may feel tighter in practice than it looks initially.

For families prioritizing immediate job placement at above-average starting salaries, Indiana Tech delivers. But the premium price only makes sense if your child has clear career goals that justify the extra debt—especially when quality state universities offer the same degree with similar outcomes at lower cost. The earnings decline pattern suggests this program may be better suited for students with specific industry connections or career plans, rather than those exploring general business paths.