Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods at University of Missouri-St Louis

Starting at just under $62,000, University of Missouri-St Louis's Management Sciences program delivers essentially average national outcomes, but that tells only part of the story. Within Missouri, this program actually lags behind the state median of $65,650 by about $4,000—placing it in the 40th percentile among eight programs. For reference, Maryville University's comparable program yields nearly $70,000, a meaningful $8,000 gap. This context matters because most Missouri students will weigh in-state options against each other, not just national averages.

The financial picture itself is solid: $22,000 in debt against first-year earnings of $61,709 produces a comfortable 0.36 debt-to-earnings ratio. Graduates can reasonably manage these loans without financial strain. The moderate sample size (30-100 graduates) provides decent reliability without raising red flags about program stability.

For parents evaluating value, this program represents a safe but unspectacular choice. Your child won't graduate burdened by excessive debt, but they're likely leaving money on the table compared to other Missouri options. If UMSL offers other compelling reasons—location, fit, or significantly lower tuition—the $4,000 earnings difference may be acceptable. Otherwise, exploring alternatives like Maryville or other top-performing Missouri programs could yield better returns on the same degree investment.