Marketing
Bachelor's degree · Drake University · Des Moines, IA
$51,968Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$71,246Median earnings 4 years after
$82,473Median earnings 5 years after
$19,000Median federal debt
49Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Marketing at Drake University earn a median of $51,968 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $69,303 four years after graduating (middle half: $49,728–$93,152). Median debt is $19,000, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Marketing (Bachelor's degree) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $52,895 | $23,250 |
| Upper Iowa University Fayette | $52,313 | $25,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $48,990 | $16,661 |
| Iowa State University Ames | $48,304 | $21,500 |
| University of Dubuque Dubuque | $48,207 | $21,000 |
| Loras College Dubuque | $46,541 | $27,000 |
| Saint Ambrose University Davenport | $46,480 | $25,093 |
| Grand View University Des Moines | $45,057 | $22,019 |
| Dordt University Sioux Center | $43,944 | — |
| Buena Vista University Storm Lake | $42,972 | $20,931 |
| Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids | $40,690 | $26,500 |
Other programs at Drake University
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$80,044 - LawFirst professional degree
$72,226 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$69,835 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsFirst professional degree
$68,869 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$67,297 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$65,922 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$64,311 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$62,049 - Curriculum and InstructionMaster's degree
$58,730 - Communication and Media StudiesMaster's degree
$56,361 - Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesMaster's degree
$54,800 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$51,327 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
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$44,492 - JournalismBachelor's degree
$41,913 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$41,630 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$41,226 - Legal Professions and Studies, OtherBachelor's degree
$29,273 - Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftBachelor's degree
$19,613
Frequently asked questions
How much do Marketing graduates from Drake University make?
The median salary is $51,968 one year after graduation and $82,473 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.