Business Administration, Management and Operations

Master's degree · University of South Dakota · Vermillion, SD

CIP 52.02

$76,293Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$109,366Median earnings 4 years after
$108,829Median earnings 5 years after
$25,845Median federal debt
79Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at University of South Dakota earn a median of $76,293 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $103,485 four years after graduating (middle half: $69,982–$153,484). Median debt is $25,845, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's degree) at other South Dakota schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls
$65,615$20,500
National American University-Rapid City
Rapid City
$57,430$32,001

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from University of South Dakota make?

The median salary is $76,293 one year after graduation and $108,829 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,845.

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