Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations (Bachelor's Degree) at Pennsylvania College of Technology

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$49,175

Est. from PA median (4 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$23,350

Est. from national median (29 programs)

Analysis

Pennsylvania College of Technology's entrepreneurship bachelor's appears positioned in the middle tier of state options, with peer programs suggesting first-year earnings around $49,000 against estimated debt of $23,000. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47 falls into manageable territory—similar programs typically produce graduates who could handle repayment on a standard 10-year plan while meeting basic living expenses. The estimated earnings track closely with PA's median for these programs and slightly exceed the national benchmark of $45,000, suggesting the program aligns with typical outcomes rather than dramatically outperforming or underperforming them.

The challenge with entrepreneurship degrees is that salary data captures only those who take traditional employment, not those who successfully launch businesses where income varies wildly. The graduates working for someone else's company are earning comparably to peers at larger institutions like Temple and Drexel, which suggests solid foundational business skills even if the venture path doesn't immediately pan out. For a program serving a student body where a third receives Pell grants, that competitive earning power matters.

The modest debt load gives this program an advantage worth considering. While you're working from estimates rather than this school's specific track record, comparable programs produce graduates entering the workforce without crushing loan burdens—important insurance if your student's business dreams require a few years of traditional employment first to build capital and experience.

Where Pennsylvania College of Technology Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all entrepreneurial and small business operations bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (21 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Pennsylvania College of TechnologyWilliamsport	$17,940	$49,175*	—	$23,350*	—
Temple UniversityPhiladelphia	$22,082	$50,876*	$65,982	$24,250*	0.48
Drexel UniversityPhiladelphia	$60,663	$50,030*	$67,226	—*	—
Duquesne UniversityPittsburgh	$47,146	$48,319*	—	—*	—
Shippensburg University of PennsylvaniaShippensburg	$13,544	$42,830*	—	$24,000*	0.56
National Median	—	$45,265*	—	$24,125*	0.53

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with entrepreneurial and small business operations 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:

Personal Service Managers, All Other

All personal service managers not listed separately.

Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators, or fitness instructors.

Spa Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of a spa facility. Coordinate programs, schedule and direct staff, and oversee financial activities.

Managers, All Other

All managers not listed separately.

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Compliance Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.

Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

Wind Energy Operations Managers

Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.

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 Pennsylvania College of Technology, 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.