Business/Managerial Economics at University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas graduates in Business/Managerial Economics start at $54,471—beating both the national median ($53,219) and significantly outpacing the Arkansas median ($49,308). Among the four Arkansas schools offering this program, this ranks in the 60th percentile, making it the strongest option in-state by a noticeable margin. The $19,500 debt load sits right at Arkansas's median, translating to a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.36—meaning graduates owe less than half their first year's salary.

The earnings trajectory shows steady growth to nearly $60,000 by year four, which is typical for business economics graduates who often need a few years to establish themselves. However, this data comes from a small graduating class (under 30 students), so individual circumstances could vary more than usual. That said, the fundamentals look solid: reasonable debt, earnings that beat state and national averages from day one, and continued growth over time.

For Arkansas families, this program offers clear in-state value. Your child would graduate with below-average debt while earning above-average pay compared to peers in the same major—both statewide and nationally. The small program size might actually be a feature rather than a bug, potentially meaning more personalized attention in a business school at Arkansas's flagship university.