Median Earnings (1yr)
$59,167
16th percentile (40th in GA)
Sample Size
32
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Valdosta State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Valdosta State University graduates earn $59k, placing them in the 16th percentile of all business administration, management and operations masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia

Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (36 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Valdosta State University$59,167
Emory University$143,962$164,249
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus$132,872$155,081
University of Georgia$118,821$143,575
Kennesaw State University$103,312$108,766
Georgia Southern University$84,755$83,397
National Median$72,789

Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Georgia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Emory University
Atlanta
$60,774$143,962
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Atlanta
$11,764$132,872
University of Georgia
Athens
$11,180$118,821
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw
$5,786$103,312
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro
$5,905$84,755

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 Valdosta State University, approximately 51% 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.