Business/Commerce, General

Associate's degree · College of Western Idaho · Nampa, ID

CIP 52.01

$31,455Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,914Median earnings 4 years after
$48,627Median earnings 5 years after
$9,000Median federal debt
83Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Business/Commerce, General at College of Western Idaho earn a median of $31,455 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $49,927 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,112–$69,450). Median debt is $9,000, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Business/Commerce, General graduates from College of Western Idaho make?

The median salary is $31,455 one year after graduation and $48,627 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,000.

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