Business Administration, Management and Operations at SUNY Brockport

SUNY Brockport's business program costs students about $6,000 less in debt than the typical New York business degree while delivering earnings that land right at the state median. That debt advantage matters: graduates owe less than half their first-year salary, compared to the roughly 60% burden typical of business programs nationally. With a robust sample size of 100+ graduates, these numbers reflect a consistent pattern rather than statistical noise.

The earnings trajectory tells an interesting story. While first-year earnings of $42,800 trail the national median by about $3,000, they climb 22% over four years to reach $52,344—exceeding the 75th percentile nationally. Within New York's competitive landscape (94 programs tracked), this places Brockport at the 60th percentile, meaning it outperforms many private alternatives that saddle students with significantly more debt. Yes, elite programs like Manhattan or Syracuse deliver higher earnings, but they come with price tags that often quadruple Brockport's debt load.

For families prioritizing affordability in business education, this represents solid value. Graduates leave with manageable debt and earnings that grow meaningfully within four years. It won't command Wall Street salaries, but it provides a practical path into business careers without the financial stress that undermines many graduates' early-career choices. The SUNY tuition advantage is doing exactly what it should here.