Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's degree · Virginia Western Community College · Roanoke, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at Virginia Western Community College earn a median of $38,214 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,733 four years after graduating (middle half: $31,704–$67,604). Median debt is $10,875, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Associate's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Virginia Community College Charlottesville | $42,474 | — |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College Hampton | $42,039 | $11,249 |
| Germanna Community College Locust Grove | $40,612 | — |
| Tidewater Community College Norfolk | $35,919 | $9,300 |
| Brightpoint Community College Chester | $35,785 | $9,500 |
| American National University Salem | $33,642 | $18,477 |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College Richmond | $32,111 | $10,874 |
| Danville Community College Danville | $30,549 | — |
| Northern Virginia Community College Annandale | $30,503 | $10,217 |
| Centura College-Newport News Newport News | $27,056 | $23,000 |
| Centura College-Chesapeake Chesapeake | $27,056 | $23,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from Virginia Western Community College make?
The median salary is $38,214 one year after graduation and $44,613 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,875.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.