Business Administration, Management and Operations at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates earn $113k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all business administration, management and operations masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Nebraska
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Nebraska (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | $113,196 | $114,688 | — | — |
| Midland University | $92,254 | $73,210 | — | — |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha | $86,275 | $103,377 | — | — |
| Creighton University | $85,286 | — | — | — |
| Bellevue University | $81,054 | $76,521 | — | — |
| Chadron State College | $70,401 | $86,648 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Nebraska
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Nebraska schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland University Fremont | $40,270 | $92,254 | — |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha | $8,370 | $86,275 | — |
| Creighton University Omaha | $47,000 | $85,286 | — |
| Bellevue University Bellevue | $8,886 | $81,054 | — |
| Chadron State College Chadron | $8,078 | $70,401 | — |
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 Nebraska-Lincoln, approximately 22% 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.