Business Administration, Management and Operations at Southern New Hampshire University

Southern New Hampshire University's business administration program delivers impressive earnings that place it in the 95th percentile nationally—graduates earn $46,051 in their first year, significantly outpacing both the national median of $33,977 and New Hampshire's state median of $41,227. The 25% earnings growth to $57,580 by year four shows strong career trajectory potential. However, this performance comes at a premium price point, with median debt of $24,500 nearly doubling both national and state medians for this program type.

Within New Hampshire, this program ranks in the 60th percentile for earnings despite commanding much higher debt loads than competitors. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.53 remains manageable—graduates typically earn nearly twice their debt load in their first year—but represents a significantly higher financial commitment than most associate degree programs. The university's 96% acceptance rate and substantial Pell Grant participation (47%) suggest accessibility alongside the premium pricing.

For parents, this program offers a clear value equation: pay more upfront for substantially higher earning potential. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates adds confidence to these outcomes. If your family can handle the higher debt burden, the strong earnings performance makes this a solid investment, but budget-conscious families might find comparable returns at lower cost elsewhere in the state.