Business Administration, Management and Operations at South Central College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How South Central College graduates compare to all programs nationally
South Central College graduates earn $43k, placing them in the 87th percentile of all business administration, management and operations associates 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 Minnesota
Business Administration, Management and Operations associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Central College | $42,589 | $39,606 | — | — |
| North Hennepin Community College | $47,361 | $49,089 | $21,210 | 0.45 |
| Dakota County Technical College | $45,143 | $52,946 | $18,649 | 0.41 |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota | $43,736 | $45,005 | $25,555 | 0.58 |
| Rochester Community and Technical College | $43,642 | $46,223 | $14,640 | 0.34 |
| Lake Superior College | $41,301 | $41,707 | $15,250 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $33,977 | — | $13,980 | 0.41 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Hennepin Community College Brooklyn Park | $5,050 | $47,361 | $21,210 |
| Dakota County Technical College Rosemount | $6,419 | $45,143 | $18,649 |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud | $10,899 | $43,736 | $25,555 |
| Rochester Community and Technical College Rochester | $6,359 | $43,642 | $14,640 |
| Lake Superior College Duluth | $5,786 | $41,301 | $15,250 |
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 South Central College, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.