Construction Management at Weber State University

Weber State's Construction Management graduates earn $82,914 their first year out—roughly $10,000 above the national median and placing this program in the 95th percentile nationally. That's impressive on its surface, though the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these figures could swing considerably year to year. Within Utah, where construction pays well generally, this lands at the 60th percentile, suggesting Weber State is competitive but not dominant among the state's three programs. Still, it notably outperforms BYU's construction management program by about $9,000.

The financing picture looks exceptionally clean. At $15,000 in median debt—less than two months of first-year earnings—graduates face minimal financial burden. This debt level sits well below both national and state medians, giving students one of the lowest debt loads in the field while still commanding top-tier salaries.

The small cohort size is the main caveat here. These strong numbers might reflect a particularly successful graduating class rather than consistent program outcomes. But the combination of low debt and high earnings creates significant margin for variability. Even if future classes earn 10-15% less, the debt-to-earnings ratio would remain excellent. For families comfortable with some statistical uncertainty, this program offers a potentially lucrative entry into construction management without the debt burden typical of the field.