Business Administration, Management and Operations at Mott Community College

With first-year earnings of $31,303, Mott Community College's business associate degree trails both the Michigan median ($34,836) and national average ($33,977) by a noticeable margin. Among the 43 Michigan schools offering this program, it ranks in the 40th percentile—meaning students at comparable programs like Macomb or Lansing Community College typically earn $10,000-12,000 more annually. That's a meaningful gap when you're building a career foundation in Flint's challenging economy.

The silver lining: earnings grow 32% by year four, reaching $41,181, which actually catches up to stronger programs. The debt load of $13,130 is reasonable and slightly below state and national medians, keeping the debt-to-earnings ratio manageable at 0.42. For students who need an affordable entry point into business and plan to stay in the region, this provides accessible credentials without crushing debt.

However, the small sample size (under 30 graduates tracked) makes these numbers less reliable than data from larger programs. If your child has options at Macomb, Lansing, or Grand Rapids community colleges—all showing significantly stronger first-year earnings—those merit serious consideration. Mott works best for students who need the convenience of staying local in the Flint area, but they should expect a slower financial start than peers at Michigan's higher-performing community colleges.