Agricultural Business and Management at Southwest Minnesota State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southwest Minnesota State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southwest Minnesota State University graduates earn $50k, placing them in the 60th percentile of all agricultural business and management 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 Minnesota
Agricultural Business and Management bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Minnesota State University | $49,521 | $48,646 | — | — |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $53,160 | $64,788 | $21,500 | 0.40 |
| University of Minnesota-Crookston | $46,845 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $48,338 | — | $20,000 | 0.41 |
Other Agricultural Business and Management Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $16,488 | $53,160 | $21,500 |
| University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston | $13,120 | $46,845 | — |
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 Southwest Minnesota State University, approximately 11% 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 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.