Business Administration at Spokane Community College

Spokane, WA · Public · Associate Degree · Business Administration, Management and Operations

a compact campus enrolling 4,114 students in Spokane, WA.

Program Analysis

At $31,974/yr, Business Administration graduates from Spokane Community College land near the $35,542 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 43.3x 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 risk is moderate — 47% task exposure — and the 6% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Business Administration graduates.

The $20,334 debt-to-$31,974 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #289 out of 455 programs, Spokane Community College's financial outcomes for Business Administration trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $31,974 to $35,047 over five years (10% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

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

69 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
64
Low End
69
Score
70
High End
Earnings $31,974/yr (-10% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (53% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (1,753,300 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$355K
2.3% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
43.8x
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)
$8,114
Out-of-state: $10,988
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,334
7.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$35,047
10% 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

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Spokane Community College's Business Administration program score?
At 69/100, the score looks reasonable — but Business Administration is a high-scoring trade overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.
What's the AI risk for Business Administration graduates from Spokane Community College?
The 47% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — Spokane Community College graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Business Administration graduates?
There are 28 registered apprenticeships connected to Business Administration occupations, such as Bank Branch Manager and Bank Branch Manager (Financial Manager, Branch Or Department, Project Management (Banking/Finance). The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
How many job openings are there for Business Administration graduates?
With approximately 1,753,300 annual openings across mapped careers, Business Administration offers a very large employment pool. Spokane Community College graduates enter a market shaped by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →