Business Administration, Management and Operations at James Madison University
Master's Degree
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How James Madison University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Madison University | $110,442 | $120,114 | +9% |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $189,494 | $203,181 | +7% |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | $119,423 | $143,666 | +20% |
| George Mason University | $112,723 | $134,789 | +20% |
| University of Richmond | $99,840 | $110,582 | +11% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (33 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 James Madison UniversityHarrisonburg | $13,576 | $110,442 | $120,114 | — | — |
 University of Virginia-Main CampusCharlottesville | $20,986 | $189,494 | $203,181 | — | — |
 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBlacksburg | $15,478 | $119,423 | $143,666 | — | — |
 George Mason UniversityFairfax | $13,815 | $112,723 | $134,789 | — | — |
 Virginia Commonwealth UniversityRichmond | $16,458 | $100,173 | $110,026 | — | — |
 University of RichmondUniversity of Richmond | $62,600 | $99,840 | $110,582 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with business administration, management and operations graduates
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Financial Managers
Treasurers and Controllers
Investment Fund Managers
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Compensation and Benefits Managers
Human Resources Managers
Sales Managers
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 James Madison University, approximately 17% 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.