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Business Administration at Central Community College

Grand Island, NE · Public · Associate Degree · Business Administration, Management and Operations

a compact campus enrolling 3,206 students in Grand Island, NE.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $33,898/yr, roughly in line with the $35,542 national median for Business Administration. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

The 72.8x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI exposure is significant at 47% of job tasks, producing a 30% spread between best and worst-case decade earnings. The field isn't immune to disruption.

With first-year pay of $33,898 far exceeding the $7,000 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #145 out of 455 programs, Central Community College's Business Administration offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $33,898 to $47,433 shows 40% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

With 28 registered apprenticeships mapped to Business Administration, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

76 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
68
Low End
76
Score
78
High End
Earnings $33,898/yr (-5% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (53% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (1,753,300 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$509K
8.8% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
75.8x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
42 of 42
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$6,720
Out-of-state: $9,600
Median Debt at Graduation
$7,000
2.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$47,433
40% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Business Administration graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Chief executives $206,420 +4.3% 44%
Computer and information systems managers $171,200 +15.2% 47%
Architectural and engineering managers $167,740 +3.8% 59%
Chief executives
$206,420
+4.3% growth 44% AI-proof
Computer and information systems managers
$171,200
+15.2% growth 47% AI-proof
Architectural and engineering managers
$167,740
+3.8% growth 59% AI-proof

View all 42 career paths with full salary data →

Business Administration Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Business Administration careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering business & office.

Read the full Business Administration career guide →

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Business Administration Overview

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Business Administration at Other Schools

University of Georgia ($77,610) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach ($74,402) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide ($74,402) Purdue University-Main Campus ($71,977) Ohio State University-Main Campus ($66,278) Northcentral Technical College ($60,405) William Rainey Harper College ($59,982) Oklahoma State University-Main Campus ($58,087)

Other Majors at Central Community College

Nursing ($64,945) Dental Assisting ($53,860) Vehicle Repair Technology ($46,758) Health Administration ($43,366) Precision Metalworking ($39,409) Medical Assisting ($37,307) Liberal Arts & Humanities ($26,198)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Central Community College's Business Administration program score?
At 76/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
Will AI affect Business Administration careers?
The 47% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — Central Community College graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
How affordable is Business Administration at Central Community College?
At $7,000 in median debt, Business Administration graduates from Central Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Business Administration program at Central Community College?
Beyond Central Community College's classroom route, 28 registered apprenticeships map to Business Administration careers — including Bank Branch Manager. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Will Business Administration graduates from Central Community College find jobs?
Job availability for Business Administration is strong — 1,753,300 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Central Community College graduates specifically, local market conditions in NE may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →