Agricultural Business and Management at University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus

UConn-Hartford's agricultural business program delivers exactly what Connecticut students can expect from this degree: median earnings of $45,435 that climb to $51,900 by year four. While this lands in the 31st percentile nationally—trailing the national median of $48,338—it's right at the state median and actually ranks in the 60th percentile among Connecticut's agricultural programs. The debt picture is notably strong: at $23,000, graduates carry less than half their starting salary in loans, well below the national median for this major.

The moderate earnings growth of 14% over four years is typical for agricultural business careers, which tend toward steady rather than explosive advancement. What matters more here is the accessible debt load combined with a reasonable entry salary. For Connecticut families weighing in-state tuition against out-of-state agricultural programs, this represents a practical path into the field without the debt burden that often accompanies it elsewhere.

The bottom line: This is a financially sound choice for students committed to agricultural business who want to stay in Connecticut. The earnings won't wow anyone, but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.51 means graduates can actually manage their loans while building careers. Just understand you're choosing stability and accessibility over top-tier earnings potential.