Business Administration, Management and Operations at Washington University in St Louis
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Washington University in St Louis graduates compare to all programs nationally
Washington University in St Louis graduates earn $131k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all business administration, management and operations masters programs nationally.
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 Missouri
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St Louis | $130,529 | $140,978 | — | — |
| Missouri University of Science and Technology | $103,929 | — | — | — |
| Saint Louis University | $81,612 | $106,196 | — | — |
| Webster University | $76,602 | $75,391 | — | — |
| Southeast Missouri State University | $75,162 | $77,936 | — | — |
| Rockhurst University | $73,511 | $99,702 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla | $14,278 | $103,929 | — |
| Saint Louis University Saint Louis | $53,244 | $81,612 | — |
| Webster University Saint Louis | $30,730 | $76,602 | — |
| Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau | $9,496 | $75,162 | — |
| Rockhurst University Kansas City | $43,420 | $73,511 | — |
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 Washington University in St Louis, approximately 16% 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.