Business/Commerce, General
Master's degree · Ball State University · Muncie, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Business/Commerce, General at Ball State University earn a median of $89,872 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $125,988 four years after graduating (middle half: $83,879–$189,086). Median debt is $23,417, about 26% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business/Commerce, General (Master's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $125,488 | $41,000 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $117,414 | $37,032 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $99,288 | $19,974 |
| Indiana University-South Bend South Bend | $93,265 | — |
| Indiana University-Northwest Gary | $80,727 | $35,074 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne | $66,814 | $34,646 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business/Commerce, General graduates from Ball State University make?
The median salary is $89,872 one year after graduation and $108,529 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,417.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.