Business Administration, Management and Operations at West Virginia University at Parkersburg
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How West Virginia University at Parkersburg graduates compare to all programs nationally
West Virginia University at Parkersburg graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 44th percentile of all business administration, management and operations bachelors 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 West Virginia
Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University at Parkersburg | $44,419 | $47,593 | — | — |
| University of Charleston | $63,623 | $50,544 | $13,666 | 0.21 |
| American Public University System | $61,687 | $64,308 | $20,490 | 0.33 |
| West Virginia University | $49,634 | $60,001 | $25,242 | 0.51 |
| Potomac State College of West Virginia University | $49,634 | $60,001 | $25,242 | 0.51 |
| Salem University | $45,834 | — | $31,000 | 0.68 |
| National Median | $45,703 | — | $26,000 | 0.57 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in West Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across West Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Charleston Charleston | $32,842 | $63,623 | $13,666 |
| American Public University System Charles Town | $8,400 | $61,687 | $20,490 |
| West Virginia University Morgantown | $9,648 | $49,634 | $25,242 |
| Potomac State College of West Virginia University Keyser | $5,040 | $49,634 | $25,242 |
| Salem University Salem | $10,750 | $45,834 | $31,000 |
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 West Virginia University at Parkersburg, approximately 30% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.