International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at Marquette University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$59,255

79th percentile

60th percentile in Wisconsin

Median Debt

$24,990

6% above national median

Analysis

Marquette's international business graduates start at $59,255—nearly $10,000 above the national median and $5,000 ahead of Wisconsin's typical outcomes. Among the state's dozen programs, only UW-Madison beats these numbers, making this the clear second choice for students staying in-state. The $25,000 debt load sits slightly above Wisconsin averages but remains manageable given the strong starting salary.

The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these figures could shift with more data, but the 25% earnings growth trajectory and low debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 suggest graduates are building solid careers. Four years out, they're earning nearly $74,000—well above what most international business programs deliver. The 79th national percentile ranking reinforces that Marquette is punching above its weight class here, even with its accessible 87% admission rate.

For families choosing between Wisconsin programs, this represents the strongest value after Madison, with significantly better outcomes than programs at La Crosse or Whitewater. The debt is real but reasonable, and the earnings justify the investment. Just keep in mind that with such a small cohort, your student's individual networking and internship experiences will matter more than they might at a larger program.

Where Marquette University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all international business bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Marquette 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
Marquette University	$59,255	$73,820	+25%
George Washington University	$70,856	$101,930	+44%
Georgetown University	$81,800	$101,821	+24%
University of Wisconsin-Madison	$66,591	$94,010	+41%
University of Delaware	$57,941	$92,663	+60%

Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (12 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Marquette UniversityMilwaukee	$48,700	$59,255	$73,820	$24,990	0.42
University of Wisconsin-MadisonMadison	$11,205	$66,591	$94,010	$14,000	0.21
University of Wisconsin-La CrosseLa Crosse	$9,651	$49,463	—	$20,475	0.41
University of Wisconsin-WhitewaterWhitewater	$8,250	$47,225	—	—	—
National Median	—	$49,890	—	$23,472	0.47

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with international business graduates

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Sustainability Officers

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Business Continuity Planners

Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures. Plan, conduct, and debrief regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly. Act as a coordinator for continuity efforts after a disruption event.

Sustainability Specialists

Address organizational sustainability issues, such as waste stream management, green building practices, and green procurement plans.

Online Merchants

Conduct retail activities of businesses operating exclusively online. May perform duties such as preparing business strategies, buying merchandise, managing inventory, implementing marketing activities, fulfilling and shipping online orders, and balancing financial records.

Security Management Specialists

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.

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 Marquette University, approximately 19% 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 22 graduates with reported earnings and 21 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.