Business Administration, Management and Operations

Associate's degree · American Public University System · Charles Town, WV

CIP 52.02

$47,518Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$65,318Median earnings 4 years after
$57,549Median earnings 5 years after
$22,707Median federal debt
315Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Business Administration, Management and Operations at American Public University System earn a median of $47,518 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 $22,707, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Business Administration, Management and Operations (Associate's degree) at other West Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Valley College-Martinsburg
Martinsburg
$38,886$19,798
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
Martinsburg
$32,176$14,250

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Business Administration, Management and Operations graduates from American Public University System make?

The median salary is $47,518 one year after graduation and $57,549 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,707.

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