Marketing at Loras College

Loras College's marketing program starts just below the state's median but shows healthy momentum—graduates earn $46,541 initially and see a solid 17% bump to $54,602 by year four. While the program ranks in the 59th percentile nationally, it sits below the middle of the pack among Iowa's 15 marketing programs (40th percentile). You'll notice schools like University of Iowa and Upper Iowa start their graduates roughly $6,000 higher. That gap matters when comparing in-state options at similar admission selectivity.

The debt picture is notably positive: $27,000 is among the lowest nationally (5th percentile) and compares favorably to what you'd borrow at Iowa's other programs. With a 0.58 debt-to-earnings ratio, graduates owe just over half their first year's salary—manageable by most standards. The earnings trajectory suggests graduates find their footing as they gain experience, which is encouraging for a field where networking and skills development matter significantly.

The main caveat here is sample size—fewer than 30 graduates reported data, so these numbers could shift with more information. If your family values a smaller college environment and this fits financially, the low debt load provides breathing room even though starting earnings trail some peer schools. For families prioritizing strong initial salary placement, you might want to look closely at why several Iowa schools consistently launch graduates at $48,000-plus.