Business Administration, Management and Operations at University of Massachusetts-Lowell

UMass Lowell's business program delivers solid value with graduates earning $52,657 in their first year—significantly above both national ($45,703) and Massachusetts ($48,790) medians for business programs. This performance places the program in the 75th percentile nationally and 60th percentile within Massachusetts, meaning it outperforms three-quarters of business programs across the country while sitting comfortably in the upper half among the state's 44 business programs.

The financial picture is particularly attractive with median debt of just $25,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47—meaning graduates owe less than half their first-year salary. This is notably better than the typical $26,000 debt load for business programs both nationally and in Massachusetts. Earnings growth is steady at 15% by year four, reaching $60,494.

While UMass Lowell doesn't compete with elite Boston-area programs like Boston College ($71,675) or Babson ($69,970), it offers a compelling value proposition for families seeking strong employment outcomes without premium tuition costs. The accessible 85% admission rate combined with above-average earnings makes this an excellent choice for students who want solid business career prospects without the debt burden often associated with higher-ranked programs.