Business Administration, Management and Operations at University of Evansville

University of Evansville's business program produces first-year earnings slightly above the national average but falls short within Indiana, where graduates typically earn $49,245. At $47,024, this puts the program in the 40th percentile statewide—meaning six out of ten Indiana business programs deliver better starting salaries. The gap is meaningful: Ball State and Indiana Wesleyan graduates earn $13,000-$15,000 more right out of the gate, and even the state median is $2,200 higher.

The debt picture is reasonable at $25,000, yielding a manageable 0.53 debt-to-earnings ratio. Graduates would dedicate roughly half their first year's salary to debt, which is sustainable. However, the small sample size here—fewer than 30 graduates—means these numbers could shift considerably with more data. A few outliers can dramatically influence the median in small cohorts.

For an anxious parent, the question comes down to fit versus finances. If your student thrives at smaller private universities and Evansville offers unique opportunities beyond the classroom, the modest debt load won't be crushing. But purely from an earnings standpoint, Indiana's public universities appear to offer stronger ROI for business degrees. If maximizing starting salary matters, look closely at the in-state alternatives before committing to the $25,000 in loans.