Business Administration, Management and Operations at University of Vermont

University of Vermont's business program offers something increasingly rare: strong starting salaries that get substantially stronger over time. While the $51,000 first-year median sits modestly above both state and national averages, earnings jump 42% to $72,000 by year four—one of the steeper growth curves you'll see in business programs. That trajectory suggests graduates are landing roles with real advancement potential, not just entry-level positions with limited upside.

The debt picture reinforces the value proposition. At $21,500, students here graduate owing $5,000 less than the typical Vermont business graduate and nearly $5,000 below the national median. The 0.42 debt-to-earnings ratio means borrowers are looking at manageable monthly payments relative to their starting income. Among Vermont's five business programs, UVM ranks solidly in the middle for earnings (60th percentile) but with notably lighter debt loads than competitors like Saint Michael's or Norwich.

For parents weighing cost against outcomes, this is a program that justifies its investment through both modest debt and strong earnings momentum. The robust sample size (100+ graduates) means these numbers reflect consistent patterns, not outliers. If your student can handle the academic rigor—SAT scores average 1357—they're positioned to enter the workforce earning more than most business graduates and hit their financial stride within a few years.