Business/Managerial Economics at University of North Carolina Wilmington
Bachelor's Degree
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 North Carolina
Business/Managerial Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina Wilmington | $43,808* | $85,538 | $23,250* | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $60,369* | $72,110 | $23,250* | 0.39 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | $43,826* | $60,549 | $23,250* | 0.53 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | $43,790* | — | $20,930* | 0.48 |
| Greensboro College | $42,816* | — | $27,000* | 0.63 |
| National Median | $53,219* | — | $22,250* | 0.42 |
Other Business/Managerial Economics Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $60,369 | $23,250 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $7,214 | $43,826 | $23,250 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $7,593 | $43,790 | $20,930 |
| Greensboro College Greensboro | $20,400 | $42,816 | $27,000 |
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 North Carolina Wilmington, approximately 24% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.