Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations

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

CIP 52.19

$35,904Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$47,584Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$25,450Median federal debt

26Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations at Ball State University earn a median of $35,904 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $59,631 four years after graduating (middle half: $42,122–$77,961). Median debt is $25,450, about 71% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $35,904 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,450.

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