Business/Commerce (Bachelor's Degree) at University of Pittsburgh-Bradford

Median Earnings (1yr)

$45,781

40th percentile

60th percentile in Pennsylvania

Median Debt

$26,625

2% above national median

Analysis

University of Pittsburgh-Bradford's business program lands squarely in the middle of Pennsylvania's offerings—literally matching the state median in both earnings and debt. With graduates earning $45,781 initially and $51,789 after four years, this program trails the national median by about $1,700 but beats half of Pennsylvania's 22 business programs. The 13% earnings growth and manageable debt load (58% of first-year salary) suggest stable, if unremarkable, financial outcomes.

The 60th percentile state ranking tells you something important: despite Bradford's high admission rate and serving a substantial first-generation population (46% receive Pell grants), the program delivers middle-tier results within Pennsylvania. You're not getting Temple's outcomes, but you're also not falling behind most competitors. The debt level is perfectly average nationally, meaning graduates carry typical business school obligations without the earnings premium that justifies higher borrowing.

For families prioritizing accessibility and reasonable risk, this works—particularly if your child qualifies for Pitt's in-state tuition. But if they're admitted to Temple or the higher-earning regional options, the earnings gap ($3,000-$11,000 annually) could mean $120,000-$440,000 in additional lifetime earnings. Run the actual net price calculations before committing, because "affordable and adequate" only makes sense if it's genuinely cheaper than stronger alternatives.

Where University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all business/commerce bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How University of Pittsburgh-Bradford graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	$45,781	$51,789	+13%
Temple University	$48,747	$60,375	+24%
Strayer University-Pennsylvania	$55,431	$59,763	+8%
Washington & Jefferson College	$45,911	$59,080	+29%
Albright College	$56,932	$55,634	-2%

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Business/Commerce bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (22 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
University of Pittsburgh-BradfordBradford	$14,620	$45,781	$51,789	$26,625	0.58
Albright CollegeReading	$28,794	$56,932	$55,634	$33,500	0.59
Strayer University-PennsylvaniaTrevose	$13,920	$55,431	$59,763	$56,517	1.02
Temple UniversityPhiladelphia	$22,082	$48,747	$60,375	$27,000	0.55
Washington & Jefferson CollegeWashington	$28,185	$45,911	$59,080	$26,085	0.57
University of Pittsburgh-JohnstownJohnstown	$14,646	$45,781	$51,789	$26,625	0.58
National Median	—	$47,506	—	$26,000	0.55

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with business/commerce graduates

Sales Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

$138,060/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Industrial Production Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Quality Control Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate quality assurance programs. Formulate quality control policies and control quality of laboratory and production efforts.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Geothermal Production Managers

Manage operations at geothermal power generation facilities. Maintain and monitor geothermal plant equipment for efficient and safe plant operations.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Biofuels Production Managers

Manage biofuels production and plant operations. Collect and process information on plant production and performance, diagnose problems, and design corrective procedures.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Biomass Power Plant Managers

Manage operations at biomass power generation facilities. Direct work activities at plant, including supervision of operations and maintenance staff.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Hydroelectric Production Managers

Manage operations at hydroelectric power generation facilities. Maintain and monitor hydroelectric plant equipment for efficient and safe plant operations.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Construction Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.

$106,980/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 Pittsburgh-Bradford, approximately 46% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 124 graduates with reported earnings and 146 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.