Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Analysis
Tuskegee's Management Sciences program lacks specific graduate outcome data, but peer programs nationally suggest first-year earnings around $62,000 against roughly $25,000 in debt. That 0.40 debt-to-earnings ratio falls comfortably within the range financial advisors consider manageable—you'd be looking at monthly loan payments equivalent to about 4% of gross income. The estimated debt aligns closely with what similar bachelor's programs report both statewide and nationally, which at least indicates Tuskegee isn't dramatically overpricing this credential.
The challenge here is benchmarking against actual Alabama outcomes. Auburn's Management Sciences graduates earn nearly $65,000 in their first year, while Alabama's earn about $61,000—both actual reported figures. If Tuskegee's program performs similarly to these in-state peers (and the estimates suggest it might), you're looking at a defensible investment. However, with nearly half of students receiving Pell grants, your family's specific financial aid package will matter enormously in determining whether that $25,000 debt estimate applies to you.
Without school-specific data, you're placing a bet that Tuskegee's outcomes mirror those of comparable programs. The fundamentals look reasonable, but before committing, get concrete answers about career services support, employer relationships, and actual graduate placement rates—information the school should readily provide even when DOE data isn't available.
Where Tuskegee University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all management sciences and quantitative methods bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Alabama
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (4 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $23,440 | $62,069* | — | $24,840* | — | |
| $12,536 | $64,841* | — | $23,250* | 0.36 | |
| $11,900 | $60,832* | $73,219 | $25,000* | 0.41 | |
| National Median | — | $62,069* | — | $23,250* | 0.37 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with management sciences and quantitative methods graduates
Actuaries
Data Scientists
Business Intelligence Analysts
Clinical Data Managers
Chief Executives
Chief Sustainability Officers
General and Operations Managers
Statisticians
Biostatisticians
Financial Risk Specialists
Management Analysts
Operations Research Analysts
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 Tuskegee University, approximately 48% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 118 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.