Business Administration, Management and Operations at McNeese State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How McNeese State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
McNeese State University graduates earn $70k, placing them in the 43th percentile of all business administration, management and operations masters 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 Louisiana
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McNeese State University | $70,148 | $71,296 | — | — |
| Tulane University of Louisiana | $109,759 | $112,468 | — | — |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | $98,275 | $61,370 | — | — |
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport | $83,144 | — | — | — |
| Nicholls State University | $70,499 | $70,214 | — | — |
| Louisiana Tech University | $64,038 | $99,821 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans | $65,538 | $109,759 | — |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge | $11,954 | $98,275 | — |
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport | $7,327 | $83,144 | — |
| Nicholls State University Thibodaux | $8,173 | $70,499 | — |
| Louisiana Tech University Ruston | $10,125 | $64,038 | — |
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 McNeese State University, approximately 31% 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.