Business Administration, Management and Operations at Stevenson University

Stevenson University's business program outperforms national averages by a meaningful margin—its graduates earn about $7,000 more than typical business majors nationwide in their first year. The debt load of $26,773 is nearly identical to the national median, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.51. That's a solid financial foundation, particularly given the school's 83% admission rate, which suggests accessibility without sacrificing outcomes.

Within Maryland, however, the picture is more nuanced. Stevenson sits comfortably in the middle of the state's business programs—in the 60th percentile—but lags behind flagship schools like UMD-College Park by about $13,000 in starting earnings. Still, the program delivers better-than-median Maryland outcomes while maintaining debt levels below the state average, and the 11% earnings growth from year one to year four suggests graduates develop marketable skills over time.

The practical takeaway: This is a reasonable choice for families prioritizing accessibility and solid outcomes over prestige. Graduates leave with less than $27,000 in debt and enter careers earning more than most business majors nationally. It won't match the earning power of Maryland's top programs, but it represents predictable, middle-of-the-pack performance without excessive financial risk—exactly what an 83% admission rate should deliver.