Finance and Financial Management Services at Northern State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northern State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northern State University graduates earn $48k, placing them in the 21th percentile of all finance and financial management services bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in South Dakota
Finance and Financial Management Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Dakota (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern State University | $47,781 | — | — | — |
| University of South Dakota | $49,472 | $58,166 | $24,320 | 0.49 |
| National Median | $53,590 | — | $23,332 | 0.44 |
Other Finance and Financial Management Services Programs in South Dakota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Dakota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Dakota Vermillion | $9,432 | $49,472 | $24,320 |
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 Northern State University, approximately 12% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.