Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods at Indiana State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Indiana State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Indiana State University graduates earn $67k, placing them in the 64th percentile of all management sciences and quantitative methods bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana State University | $67,267 | $67,319 | $22,789* | — |
| University of Notre Dame | $83,810 | — | $19,000* | 0.23 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $70,903 | $92,054 | $18,284* | 0.26 |
| Ball State University | $67,350 | $80,507 | $16,654* | 0.25 |
| Valparaiso University | $67,129 | — | —* | — |
| National Median | $62,069 | — | $23,250* | 0.37 |
Other Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $62,693 | $83,810 | $19,000 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $70,903 | $18,284 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $10,758 | $67,350 | $16,654 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $46,588 | $67,129 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Indiana State University, approximately 39% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 11 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.