Business Administration, Management and Operations at Yakima Valley College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Yakima Valley College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Yakima Valley College 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 Washington
Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yakima Valley College | $44,370 | $54,431 | — | — |
| City University of Seattle | $79,592 | $67,095 | $18,000 | 0.23 |
| Olympic College | $58,058 | — | $11,305 | 0.19 |
| Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education | $54,779 | $71,547 | $25,000 | 0.46 |
| Northwest University | $54,779 | $71,547 | $25,000 | 0.46 |
| Western Washington University | $53,402 | $68,627 | $17,375 | 0.33 |
| National Median | $45,703 | — | $26,000 | 0.57 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| City University of Seattle Seattle | $14,589 | $79,592 | $18,000 |
| Olympic College Bremerton | $4,197 | $58,058 | $11,305 |
| Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education Kirkland | $14,652 | $54,779 | $25,000 |
| Northwest University Kirkland | $36,035 | $54,779 | $25,000 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $9,286 | $53,402 | $17,375 |
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 Yakima Valley College, approximately 38% 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 22 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.