Business/Commerce, General
Associate's degree · College of Southern Maryland · La Plata, MD
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$62,074Median earnings 4 years after
$70,298Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
72Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Business/Commerce, General at College of Southern Maryland earn a median of $62,074. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $49,927 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,112–$69,450).
Business/Commerce, General (Associate's degree) at other Maryland schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Strayer University-Maryland Baltimore | $44,154 | $32,140 |
| Hagerstown Community College Hagerstown | $41,970 | $11,591 |
| Community College of Baltimore County Baltimore | $36,801 | $14,750 |
| Frederick Community College Frederick | $33,619 | $5,380 |
| Montgomery College Rockville | $29,449 | $10,898 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business/Commerce, General graduates from College of Southern Maryland make?
The median salary is $62,074 and $70,298 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.