Business Administration, Management and Operations at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

UW-Green Bay's business program produces graduates who earn solidly above the national median—starting at nearly $49,000 and climbing to $53,400 by year four—but that performance looks weaker when compared to other Wisconsin options. Within the state, this program ranks only in the 40th percentile, meaning six out of ten Wisconsin business programs deliver higher earnings. When graduates from UW-Madison start at $68,000 and even UW-Oshkosh reaches $58,000, the $48,700 starting point here represents a meaningful gap that persists throughout early careers.

The debt picture offers more comfort: at $22,264, graduates carry about $4,700 less than the state median and nearly $3,750 less than the national average. That manageable debt load creates a 0.46 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off their loans with less than six months of gross income. The steady 10% earnings growth also suggests reasonable career progression, even if it doesn't close the gap with top state programs.

For families prioritizing affordability over maximum earnings potential, this combination works—graduates leave with modest debt and above-national-average incomes. But Wisconsin families should recognize they're accepting a $5,000-9,000 starting salary discount compared to peer state schools. If your student gained admission to Madison or Oshkosh, those programs justify their higher profile. If UW-Green Bay represents the most accessible four-year option with strong debt management, it delivers reasonable value despite its middle-of-the-pack Wisconsin standing.