Business Administration, Management and Operations at Southern Utah University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Utah University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Utah University graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all business administration, management and operations bachelors 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 Utah
Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Utah (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Utah University | $32,824 | $44,729 | — | — |
| Brigham Young University | $71,163 | $96,358 | $11,000 | 0.15 |
| Western Governors University | $66,432 | $72,056 | $22,087 | 0.33 |
| Weber State University | $65,966 | $72,851 | $23,500 | 0.36 |
| Utah Valley University | $60,132 | $71,749 | $15,546 | 0.26 |
| Westminster University | $58,523 | $64,060 | $22,000 | 0.38 |
| National Median | $45,703 | — | $26,000 | 0.57 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Utah
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Utah schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University Provo | $6,496 | $71,163 | $11,000 |
| Western Governors University Salt Lake City | $8,300 | $66,432 | $22,087 |
| Weber State University Ogden | $6,391 | $65,966 | $23,500 |
| Utah Valley University Orem | $6,270 | $60,132 | $15,546 |
| Westminster University Salt Lake City | $41,416 | $58,523 | $22,000 |
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 Utah University, approximately 24% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.