General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations

Bachelor's degree · Ball State University · Muncie, IN

CIP 52.18

$65,184Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$78,401Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$24,250Median federal debt
25Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations at Ball State University earn a median of $65,184 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $75,399 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,403–$102,168). Median debt is $24,250, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette
$62,580$19,451

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Frequently asked questions

How much do General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations graduates from Ball State University make?

The median salary is $65,184 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,250.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.