Business Administration, Management and Operations at Salem University
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia
Business Administration, Management and Operations associates's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem University | $38,886* | $33,269 | $25,555* | — |
| American Public University System | $47,518* | $48,891 | $23,141* | 0.49 |
| Valley College-Martinsburg | $38,886* | — | $21,146* | 0.54 |
| Blue Ridge Community and Technical College | $32,176* | $38,654 | $17,904* | 0.56 |
| National Median | $33,977* | — | $13,980* | 0.41 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in West Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across West Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Public University System Charles Town | $8,400 | $47,518 | $23,141 |
| Valley College-Martinsburg Martinsburg | — | $38,886 | $21,146 |
| Blue Ridge Community and Technical College Martinsburg | $4,344 | $32,176 | $17,904 |
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 Salem University, approximately 51% 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 3 similar programs in WV. Actual outcomes may vary.