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Business Administration at Murray State University

Murray, KY · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Business Administration, Management and Operations

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $40,804/yr (-13% vs median)

AI Risk High (47% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (1,753,300 openings/yr)

ROI 12.4x earnings multiple (6.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #820 of 1,169 Business Administration programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Business Administration graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$481K	$482K	$454K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.4x	12.4x	11.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.2x	6.2x	5.8x
Probability of Field Employment	47%	43%	32%
DegreeOutlook Score	56	55	50

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$38,832

Out-of-state: $77,808 (6.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$36,484

6% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,061

6.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (4 Year)

$49,370

21% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Murray State University's Business Administration program produces graduates earning $40,804/yr — within striking distance of the $46,892 national average for this field.

With a 12.4x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Business Administration career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,061 against $40,804/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #820 ranking among 1,169 Business Administration programs places Murray State University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About Murray State University

A 86% acceptance rate means Murray State University is accessible to most applicants, enrolling 6,646 students in Murray, KY.

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Top Career Paths

Chief executives $206,420/yr

Computer and information systems managers $171,200/yr

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 55/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Business Administration at Murray State University?

At 55/100, the score looks reasonable — but Business Administration is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study Business Administration at Murray State University?

The 47% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →