Marketing
Bachelor's degree · Iowa State University · Ames, IA
$48,304Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,482Median earnings 4 years after
$68,459Median earnings 5 years after
$21,500Median federal debt
331Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Marketing at Iowa State University earn a median of $48,304 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 $21,500, about 45% 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 |
| Drake University Des Moines | $51,968 | $19,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $48,990 | $16,661 |
| 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 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Marketing graduates from Iowa State University make?
The median salary is $48,304 one year after graduation and $68,459 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.