Business Administration, Management and Operations at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Arkansas University Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus graduates earn $59k, placing them in the 16th percentile of all business administration, management and operations masters 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 Arkansas
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | $59,304 | $73,791 | — | — |
| University of Arkansas | $164,382 | $122,441 | — | — |
| John Brown University | $97,090 | $94,915 | — | — |
| Harding University | $88,820 | $85,078 | — | — |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock | $76,761 | $74,760 | — | — |
| Arkansas State University | $71,917 | $77,292 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Arkansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arkansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $9,748 | $164,382 | — |
| John Brown University Siloam Springs | $30,832 | $97,090 | — |
| Harding University Searcy | $24,888 | $88,820 | — |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $8,455 | $76,761 | — |
| Arkansas State University Jonesboro | $7,754 | $71,917 | — |
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 Southern Arkansas University Main Campus, approximately 45% 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.