Business Administration, Management and Operations at John Brown University

John Brown University's business program demonstrates strong results that justify its slightly higher debt load. With first-year earnings of $54,982, graduates earn 41% more than the typical Arkansas business graduate and outperform 82% of similar programs nationally. The $27,000 median debt sits just above state and national medians, but with a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.49, most graduates can manage repayment within their first year's salary.

The program's trajectory looks solid, with earnings climbing to $64,771 by year four—a healthy 18% increase that suggests graduates are landing roles with advancement potential. Among Arkansas business programs, only the University of Arkansas system schools show comparable outcomes, and JBU's results actually exceed the state's flagship university in this field.

For families weighing this investment, the math works: graduates enter the workforce earning substantially above both state and national benchmarks while carrying manageable debt. The 68% admission rate indicates selectivity without exclusivity, and the program consistently delivers outcomes that place it in the top tier of Arkansas business schools and the top fifth nationally.