Business Administration, Management and Operations at William Rainey Harper College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How William Rainey Harper College graduates compare to all programs nationally
William Rainey Harper College graduates earn $60k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all business administration, management and operations associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Business Administration, Management and Operations associates's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (51 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Rainey Harper College | $59,982 | — | — | — |
| College of DuPage | $46,497 | — | $12,000 | 0.26 |
| Roosevelt University | $44,510 | $43,617 | $12,000 | 0.27 |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois | $43,736 | $45,005 | $25,555 | 0.58 |
| Joliet Junior College | $39,887 | — | — | — |
| Prairie State College | $18,885 | $23,578 | $12,500 | 0.66 |
| National Median | $33,977 | — | $13,980 | 0.41 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of DuPage Glen Ellyn | $4,320 | $46,497 | $12,000 |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $20,280 | $44,510 | $12,000 |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois Rockford | $13,546 | $43,736 | $25,555 |
| Joliet Junior College Joliet | $4,530 | $39,887 | — |
| Prairie State College Chicago Heights | $4,176 | $18,885 | $12,500 |
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 William Rainey Harper College, approximately 20% 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 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.