Business Administration, Management and Operations at Trinity Washington University

Trinity Washington's business program starts graduates at just $33,741—nearly $24,000 below the DC median and $12,000 below the national average. Among the 11 DC schools offering this degree, Trinity ranks in the bottom 10th percentile for earnings. Even compared to University of the District of Columbia, another access-focused institution serving similar students, Trinity graduates earn about $2,000 less right out of school.

The silver lining is significant earnings growth: median pay jumps 64% to $55,485 by year four, suggesting graduates do find their footing. However, that four-year mark still sits below what peers at other DC programs earn immediately after graduation. With $33,093 in debt—higher than both state and national medians for business degrees—graduates face nearly a full year's starting salary in loans. The 99% admission rate and majority Pell Grant population indicate Trinity serves students who need access to higher education, but the financial returns lag behind alternatives.

For DC-area families, this presents a difficult calculation. If your child is considering Trinity, they should understand they'll likely start well behind peers from other local programs and may take years to catch up financially. The debt burden is real, and while earnings do improve substantially, exploring other DC options—or considering whether this degree is necessary for their career goals—deserves serious consideration.