Business Administration, Management and Operations at Oakland City University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Oakland City University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Oakland City University graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 48th 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 Indiana
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (29 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland City University | $72,235 | $87,480 | — | — |
| Butler University | $111,570 | $103,454 | — | — |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $103,280 | $116,745 | — | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion | $82,615 | $79,415 | — | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global | $82,615 | $79,415 | — | — |
| University of Southern Indiana | $80,902 | $79,912 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler University Indianapolis | $45,980 | $111,570 | — |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $103,280 | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion | $31,168 | $82,615 | — |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion | $8,216 | $82,615 | — |
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $10,136 | $80,902 | — |
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 Oakland City University, approximately 32% 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.