Business Administration, Management and Operations at Siena Heights University

Siena Heights' business management program lands squarely in the middle nationally but lags behind other Michigan options—graduates earn about $50,550 at the state median versus $52,258 here four years out. That 40th percentile ranking among Michigan programs matters because most students attend in-state schools, and the gap becomes more visible when you see Oakland grads earning $62,359 and even directional universities like Grand Valley hitting $57,760. The program does beat the national median slightly, but Michigan families are generally paying Michigan prices and comparing against Michigan alternatives.

The debt picture offers some relief: at $23,437, it's notably lower than both the state median ($27,000) and national median ($26,000). This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.50, meaning graduates can realistically pay down loans while building careers. The 12% earnings growth from year one to year four suggests decent career progression, though nothing spectacular.

For families considering Siena Heights, the math works if the alternative is higher debt at a comparable program. But if your student can access Michigan State, Oakland, or even Grand Valley—all of which show significantly stronger earnings outcomes—the price difference would need to be substantial to justify choosing Siena Heights. This is a serviceable option for students who need to stay local or have specific reasons to attend, not a standout program that justifies stretching financially.