Analysis
A $26,000 debt load against estimated first-year earnings around $46,400 suggests a manageable financial picture for Quincy's business program, though the lack of school-specific data means you're relying on what's typical across Illinois business programs. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.56 sits in a relatively comfortable zoneβgraduates from comparable programs would need about 7 months of gross income to cover their loans, assuming they hit that median salary mark.
The estimated earnings align almost exactly with both state and national medians for business bachelor's degrees, which tells you this is a middle-of-the-pack outcome for the field. Illinois business programs span an enormous range, from roughly $68,000 at U of I Urbana-Champaign down to much lower figures elsewhere. Where Quincy falls within that spectrum for its own graduates remains unknown, but the state's mid-tier programs cluster around these $46,000 figures.
The practical reality: if your child attends Quincy for business, you're likely looking at debt that's standard for the field and earnings that are reasonable, though not exceptional. The 50% admission rate and modest SAT scores suggest an accessible program, but without actual graduate outcomes from this school, you can't assess how effectively Quincy specifically prepares students for post-graduation employment compared to its Illinois peers. The estimates provide guardrails, not guarantees.
Where Quincy University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all business administration, management and operations bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (52 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $35,740 | $46,431* | β | $26,000* | β | |
| $16,004 | $68,442* | $81,669 | $19,175* | 0.28 | |
| $14,338 | $65,781* | β | $20,832* | 0.32 | |
| $51,716 | $64,513* | $56,763 | $25,000* | 0.39 | |
| $13,546 | $59,693* | $56,566 | $37,315* | 0.63 | |
| $13,244 | $55,633* | $58,561 | $27,500* | 0.49 | |
| National Median | β | $45,703* | β | $26,000* | 0.57 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with business administration, management and operations graduates
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Financial Managers
Treasurers and Controllers
Investment Fund Managers
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Compensation and Benefits Managers
Human Resources Managers
Sales Managers
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 Quincy University, approximately 30% 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 39 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.