Business Administration, Management and Operations at University at Albany
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University at Albany graduates compare to all programs nationally
University at Albany graduates earn $80k, placing them in the 62th percentile of all business administration, management and operations masters 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 New York
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (75 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University at Albany | $79,549 | $109,805 | — | — |
| New York University | $184,729 | $189,625 | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $182,930 | $217,887 | — | — |
| Cornell University | $179,274 | $187,757 | — | — |
| Syracuse University | $122,790 | $103,505 | — | — |
| Fordham University | $110,316 | $142,996 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $184,729 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $182,930 | — |
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $179,274 | — |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $63,061 | $122,790 | — |
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $110,316 | — |
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 University at Albany, approximately 42% 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.