Business Administration, Management and Operations at Lake Superior State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Lake Superior State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lake Superior State University graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 21th percentile of all business administration, management and operations 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 Michigan
Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (40 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Superior State University | $39,198 | $43,488 | — | — |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $93,674 | $116,095 | $19,000 | 0.20 |
| Michigan State University | $71,253 | $79,719 | $23,250 | 0.33 |
| Oakland University | $62,359 | $81,070 | $26,000 | 0.42 |
| Grand Valley State University | $57,760 | $70,536 | $27,000 | 0.47 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn | $57,102 | $69,612 | $31,000 | 0.54 |
| National Median | $45,703 | — | $26,000 | 0.57 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $17,228 | $93,674 | $19,000 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $71,253 | $23,250 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $14,694 | $62,359 | $26,000 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $14,628 | $57,760 | $27,000 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $14,944 | $57,102 | $31,000 |
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 Lake Superior State University, approximately 29% 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 19 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.