Median Earnings (1yr)
$57,842
91st percentile
60th percentile in Connecticut
Median Debt
$21,399
18% below national median

Analysis

UConn Stamford's business program punches well above its weight, placing graduates in the 91st percentile nationally with first-year earnings of $57,842β€”more than $12,000 above the typical business grad. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 means students borrow less than five months of their starting salary, making this one of the more financially sensible business programs you'll find. With an 80% admission rate and half the students on Pell grants, this campus offers accessible education that actually translates to strong market outcomes.

The Connecticut context reveals something interesting: while UConn Stamford lands at the 60th percentile within the state, Connecticut business grads generally earn more than national peers anyway. This program ties with the flagship UConn campus and trails only two regional colleges by small margins. The 24% earnings growth to $71,443 by year four suggests graduates are building real career momentum, not just finding entry-level positions.

For families weighing the UConn system, Stamford delivers flagship-caliber outcomes at a regional campus price point. The combination of manageable debt, strong starting salaries, and solid growth trajectory makes this a practical choiceβ€”especially for students who want the UConn credential without the Storrs competition or potentially higher living costs.

Where University of Connecticut-Stamford Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all business administration, management and operations bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How University of Connecticut-Stamford graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
University of Connecticut-Stamford$57,842$71,443+24%
Fairfield University$50,558$73,938+46%
University of Connecticut$57,842$71,443+24%
University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus$57,842$71,443+24%
University of Connecticut-Avery Point$57,842$71,443+24%

Compare to Similar Programs in Connecticut

Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (22 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Connecticut-StamfordStamford$17,472$57,842$71,443$21,3990.37
Charter Oak State CollegeNew Britain$8,506$62,742β€”$26,6300.42
Post UniversityWaterbury$17,100$61,704$63,923$27,8420.45
Albertus Magnus CollegeNew Haven$39,924$57,953$64,398$39,5460.68
University of ConnecticutStorrs$20,366$57,842$71,443$21,3990.37
University of Connecticut-Waterbury CampusWaterbury$17,462$57,842$71,443$21,3990.37
National Medianβ€”$45,703β€”$26,0000.57

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with business administration, management and operations graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

$171,200/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

$167,740/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers

Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential.

$167,740/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Treasurers and Controllers

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Investment Fund Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate investment strategy or operations for a large pool of liquid assets supplied by institutional investors or individual investors.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Natural Sciences Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Clinical Research Coordinators

Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Water Resource Specialists

Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Compensation and Benefits Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.

$140,360/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Human Resources Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.

$140,030/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Sales Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

$138,060/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree
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 of Connecticut-Stamford, approximately 50% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 79 graduates with reported earnings and 84 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.