2026 Best Value Business Managerial Economics Schools
Looking for the best-value Business Managerial Economics programs programs in the United States? Our ranking highlights 253 institutions by value — the balance of cost and student outcomes, using our 2026 methodology. Our scores reflect factors such as tuition, student debt, and post-graduation earnings to surface the strongest return on investment.
To help you make your decision, Course Advisor evaluated schools to compile this 2026 value ranking, drawing primarily on U.S. Department of Education data (IPEDS and College Scorecard). View our full ranking methodology.
Top 25 Best-Value Business Managerial Economics Schools in the United States
Explore the best-value schools below:
Leading the list is Brigham Young University Provo, our #1 best-value Business Managerial Economics school in the United States. This private not-for-profit school is set in Provo, UT. In-state tuition and fees run about $6,688. Brigham Young University Provo Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $12,184 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $75,790 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $12,184 median debt. Roughly 68% of applicants are accepted. Read the full report on Brigham Young University Provo
A rank of #2 makes Ashford University one of the best values in the United States. Ashford University is a private for-profit school based in San Diego, CA. In-state tuition and fees run about $11,960. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $36,551. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $35,404. Set against $36,551 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. See the full Ashford University profile
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at South Dakota State University earned it the #3 place in the United States. Located in Brookings, SD, South Dakota State University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $9,299, compared with $12,809 for out-of-state students. South Dakota State University Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $23,573 in debt. Median earnings reach $55,070 ten years out. Set against $23,573 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. South Dakota State University has an acceptance rate of 98%. See the full South Dakota State University profile
Out of the 253 schools in the United States in this year's value ranking, Western Illinois University landed the #4 spot. Western Illinois University is a public school based in Macomb, IL. In-state tuition and fees average $14,572. Students borrow a median of $27,639 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $54,163. That is a strong return on a $27,639 median debt. Western Illinois University admits about 71% of applicants. Read more about Western Illinois University
University Of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras offered strong value this year, earning the #6 position. Located in San Juan, PR, University Of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $5,324. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $5,673. Median earnings reach $35,723 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 55% of applicants are accepted. Read the full report on University Of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras
University Of North Dakota offered strong value this year, earning the #7 position. Set in Grand Forks, ND, University Of North Dakota is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $10,951, compared with $15,570 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $25,110 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $63,552 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $25,110 median debt. University Of North Dakota has an acceptance rate of 77%. Read the full report on University Of North Dakota
West Texas A And M University ranked #8 on our 2026 list of the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools. West Texas A And M University is a public school based in Canyon, TX. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,101, while out-of-state students pay about $10,996. West Texas A And M University Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $22,333 in debt. Median earnings reach $50,741 ten years out. Set against $22,333 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. West Texas A And M University has an acceptance rate of 99%. See the full West Texas A And M University profile
Weber State University landed the #9 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in Ogden, UT, Weber State University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $6,557, while out-of-state students pay about $17,545. Students borrow a median of $13,500 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $56,287. That is a strong return on a $13,500 median debt. Get the full Weber State University report
Youngstown State University offered strong value this year, earning the #10 position. Located in Youngstown, OH, Youngstown State University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $9,926, with out-of-state students paying around $10,286. Youngstown State University Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $26,373 in debt. Youngstown State University alumni report median earnings of $41,544 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $26,373 median debt. Youngstown State University admits about 84% of applicants. More on Youngstown State University
Midwestern State University came in at #11 in this year's value ranking. Based in Wichita Falls, TX, Midwestern State University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $9,950 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $11,770. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $26,415. Graduates go on to earn a median of $55,747 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Midwestern State University has an acceptance rate of 94%. More on Midwestern State University
Ottawa University Online offered strong value this year, earning the #12 position. Set in Overland Park, KS, Ottawa University Online is a private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $13,296. The median Business Managerial Economics program debt is $30,758. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $55,552. That is a strong return on a $30,758 median debt. Read the full report on Ottawa University Online
Arkansas Tech University placed #13 among the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools in the United States. This public school is set in Russellville, AR. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $8,674, compared with $14,668 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $23,257 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $41,766. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Arkansas Tech University admits about 96% of applicants. Read more about Arkansas Tech University
West Chester University Of Pennsylvania came in at #13 in this year's value ranking. West Chester University Of Pennsylvania is a public school based in West Chester, PA. In-state tuition and fees run about $10,775, with out-of-state students paying around $22,599. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $61,258. The acceptance rate is 78%. Read the full report on West Chester University Of Pennsylvania
Inter American University Of Puerto Rico Metro landed the #15 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in San Juan, PR, Inter American University Of Puerto Rico Metro is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $5,780. The median Business Managerial Economics program debt is $13,190. Graduates go on to earn a median of $30,821 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $13,190 median debt. The acceptance rate is 70%. Get the full Inter American University Of Puerto Rico Metro report
Suny College At Oneonta offered strong value this year, earning the #16 position. Located in Oneonta, NY, Suny College At Oneonta is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,831, while out-of-state students pay about $19,781. Students borrow a median of $20,775 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $60,386. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 70% of applicants are accepted. Get the full Suny College At Oneonta report
Grand Valley State University offered strong value this year, earning the #17 position. Set in Allendale, MI, Grand Valley State University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $15,502 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $21,894. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $25,000. Median earnings reach $56,118 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 83%. Get the full Grand Valley State University report
University Of Southern Mississippi landed the #17 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in Hattiesburg, MS, University Of Southern Mississippi is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,998, compared with $11,998 for out-of-state students. University Of Southern Mississippi Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $25,415 in debt. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $44,140. That is a strong return on a $25,415 median debt. About 99% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full University Of Southern Mississippi report
Salisbury University ranked #20 on our 2026 list of the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools. This public school is set in Salisbury, MD. In-state tuition and fees average $11,084, with out-of-state students paying around $22,174. Graduates carry a median of $23,545 in student loans. Median earnings reach $61,515 ten years out. Set against $23,545 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Salisbury University admits about 88% of applicants. See the full Salisbury University profile
Northwest Missouri State University came in at #21 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Maryville, MO. In-state tuition and fees run about $10,611, while out-of-state students pay about $17,324. Graduates carry a median of $23,585 in student loans. Median earnings reach $47,885 ten years out. Set against $23,585 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Northwest Missouri State University has an acceptance rate of 86%. More on Northwest Missouri State University
Georgia Southern University landed the #23 spot for value in the United States this year. This public school is set in Statesboro, GA. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $6,022, with out-of-state students paying around $17,734. The median Business Managerial Economics program debt is $29,580. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $53,236. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 88% of those who apply are admitted. More on Georgia Southern University
University Of South Florida Main Campus landed the #24 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Tampa, FL, University Of South Florida Main Campus is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $6,410 in tuition and fees, compared with $17,324 for out-of-state students. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $21,829. University Of South Florida Main Campus alumni report median earnings of $57,743 a decade after entry. Set against $21,829 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. University Of South Florida Main Campus admits about 43% of applicants. Get the full University Of South Florida Main Campus report
Iowa State University landed the #26 spot for value in the United States this year. Iowa State University is a public school based in Ames, IA. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,787, with out-of-state students paying around $28,881. The median Business Managerial Economics program debt is $23,495. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $63,386. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 89% of applicants are accepted. See the full Iowa State University profile
Cuny Bernard M Baruch College placed #26 among the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools in the United States. Located in New York, NY, Cuny Bernard M Baruch College is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $7,464, compared with $15,414 for out-of-state students. Cuny Bernard M Baruch College Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $12,000 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $75,971. That is a strong return on a $12,000 median debt. About 48% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full Cuny Bernard M Baruch College report
James Madison University came in at #28 in this year's value ranking. Based in Harrisonburg, VA, James Madison University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $13,966, with out-of-state students paying around $31,312. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $21,218. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $69,954. That is a strong return on a $21,218 median debt. James Madison University admits about 72% of applicants. Read the full report on James Madison University
University Of Nebraska At Omaha placed #29 among the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools in the United States. Located in Omaha, NE, University Of Nebraska At Omaha is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $8,718, compared with $23,206 for out-of-state students. University Of Nebraska At Omaha Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $21,783 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $53,909 ten years after entry. Set against $21,783 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. University Of Nebraska At Omaha has an acceptance rate of 87%. Read more about University Of Nebraska At Omaha
Rest of the Top 50 Best-Value Business Managerial Economics Schools in the United States
These schools also delivered strong value this year:
Eastern Michigan University came in at #29 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Ypsilanti, MI. Students from in state pay about $16,990 in tuition and fees. Eastern Michigan University Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $28,781 in debt. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $51,793. Set against $28,781 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 80% of applicants are accepted. More on Eastern Michigan University
Wichita State University came in at #31 in this year's value ranking. Wichita State University is a public school based in Wichita, KS. In-state tuition and fees run about $9,684, compared with $19,869 for out-of-state students. The median Business Managerial Economics program debt is $23,448. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $51,532. That is a strong return on a $23,448 median debt. Roughly 94% of applicants are accepted. See the full Wichita State University profile
University Of Georgia landed the #32 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in Athens, GA, University Of Georgia is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $11,450, compared with $31,688 for out-of-state students. The median Business Managerial Economics program debt is $22,419. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $68,726. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 38% of applicants are accepted. Read more about University Of Georgia
Southern Illinois University Carbondale came in at #33 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Carbondale, IL. In-state tuition and fees average $13,334. Students borrow a median of $23,730 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $53,390. Set against $23,730 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 87%. See the full Southern Illinois University Carbondale profile
Northern Arizona University offered strong value this year, earning the #33 position. Based in Flagstaff, AZ, Northern Arizona University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $12,619 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $20,044. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $22,194. Median earnings reach $54,384 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $22,194 median debt. Northern Arizona University admits about 90% of applicants. Read the full report on Northern Arizona University
North Carolina State University At Raleigh came in at #35 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Raleigh, NC. In-state tuition and fees average $8,799, while out-of-state students pay about $32,847. North Carolina State University At Raleigh Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $23,250 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $68,758 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. North Carolina State University At Raleigh has an acceptance rate of 42%. See the full North Carolina State University At Raleigh profile
University Of Memphis came in at #36 in this year's value ranking. University Of Memphis is a public school based in Memphis, TN. In-state tuition and fees run about $10,728, compared with $15,384 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $26,000 in student loans. University Of Memphis alumni report median earnings of $48,458 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Memphis admits about 72% of applicants. Read more about University Of Memphis
University Of North Florida landed the #37 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in Jacksonville, FL, University Of North Florida is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $5,964, while out-of-state students pay about $19,407. The median Business Managerial Economics program debt is $17,750. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $56,343. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of North Florida has an acceptance rate of 53%. Get the full University Of North Florida report
Tarleton State University came in at #38 in this year's value ranking. Tarleton State University is a public school based in Stephenville, TX. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $8,302, with out-of-state students paying around $18,142. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $23,222. Median earnings reach $53,040 ten years out. Set against $23,222 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 90% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Tarleton State University
University Of Wyoming landed the #39 spot for value in the United States this year. University Of Wyoming is a public school based in Laramie, WY. Students from in state pay about $7,768 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $24,178. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $20,283. Median earnings reach $56,880 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 97%. Read the full report on University Of Wyoming
Jackson State University ranked #40 on our 2026 list of the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools. Located in Jackson, MS, Jackson State University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $8,965 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $11,965. Students borrow a median of $32,944 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $39,060. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 93% of applicants are accepted. Read more about Jackson State University
University Of North Texas offered strong value this year, earning the #40 position. Set in Denton, TX, University Of North Texas is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $11,309, compared with $21,149 for out-of-state students. The median Business Managerial Economics program debt is $14,125. Median earnings reach $57,010 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $14,125 median debt. The acceptance rate is 72%. See the full University Of North Texas profile
East Tennessee State University placed #40 among the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools in the United States. East Tennessee State University is a public school based in Johnson City, TN. Students from in state pay about $10,216 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $13,726. Students borrow a median of $21,301 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $44,859. Set against $21,301 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 86%. More on East Tennessee State University
California State University Long Beach came in at #44 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Long Beach, CA. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $7,374, with out-of-state students paying around $19,974. Graduates carry a median of $18,329 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $64,403. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 46% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on California State University Long Beach
University Of North Carolina At Charlotte came in at #45 in this year's value ranking. Set in Charlotte, NC, University Of North Carolina At Charlotte is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $7,239, compared with $22,492 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $23,250 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. University Of North Carolina At Charlotte alumni report median earnings of $57,289 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of North Carolina At Charlotte admits about 80% of applicants. More on University Of North Carolina At Charlotte
Kennesaw State University placed #46 among the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools in the United States. Set in Kennesaw, GA, Kennesaw State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $5,808, while out-of-state students pay about $17,736. Students borrow a median of $22,250 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $57,552. Set against $22,250 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 69% of applicants are accepted. Read more about Kennesaw State University
Suny College At Cortland placed #47 among the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools in the United States. Located in Cortland, NY, Suny College At Cortland is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $8,874, while out-of-state students pay about $18,784. Students borrow a median of $26,000 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $60,236. Set against $26,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 60%. Read the full report on Suny College At Cortland
University Of New Orleans landed the #48 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in New Orleans, LA, University Of New Orleans is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $9,172, while out-of-state students pay about $14,008. Students borrow a median of $23,048 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. University Of New Orleans alumni report median earnings of $47,872 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of New Orleans has an acceptance rate of 74%. Get the full University Of New Orleans report
Wright State University Main Campus came in at #49 in this year's value ranking. Based in Dayton, OH, Wright State University Main Campus is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $10,991, compared with $20,691 for out-of-state students. Wright State University Main Campus Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $25,000 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $49,500. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Wright State University Main Campus admits about 96% of applicants. Read the full report on Wright State University Main Campus
Xavier University placed #50 among the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools in the United States. Set in Cincinnati, OH, Xavier University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $49,425. Graduates carry a median of $26,614 in student loans. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $64,873. Set against $26,614 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Xavier University admits about 86% of applicants. Get the full Xavier University report
Arkansas State University Main Campus came in at #51 in this year's value ranking. Set in Jonesboro, AR, Arkansas State University Main Campus is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $8,090 in tuition and fees, compared with $14,522 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $23,399 to complete their Business Managerial Economics program here. Arkansas State University Main Campus alumni report median earnings of $42,617 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $23,399 median debt. Arkansas State University Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 82%. Get the full Arkansas State University Main Campus report
Universidad Metropolitana offered strong value this year, earning the #52 position. Universidad Metropolitana is a private not-for-profit school based in San Juan, PR. In-state tuition and fees average $7,750. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $17,608. Universidad Metropolitana alumni report median earnings of $24,490 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. More on Universidad Metropolitana
Northwestern University landed the #54 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Evanston, IL, Northwestern University is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $68,322. Typical Business Managerial Economics student debt is $16,616. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $89,363. That is a strong return on a $16,616 median debt. Northwestern University admits about 8% of applicants. More on Northwestern University
Cleveland State University ranked #55 on our 2026 list of the best-value Business Managerial Economics schools. Based in Cleveland, OH, Cleveland State University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $12,982, compared with $18,502 for out-of-state students. Cleveland State University Business Managerial Economics students take on a median of $26,336 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $52,131 ten years after entry. Set against $26,336 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 91%. Read more about Cleveland State University
Tennessee Technological University offered strong value this year, earning the #56 position. This public school is set in Cookeville, TN. Students from in state pay about $11,376 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $15,576. Graduates carry a median of $17,580 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $48,501 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $17,580 median debt. Roughly 76% of applicants are accepted. Get the full Tennessee Technological University report
Best Value Business Managerial Economics Schools by Degree Level
Compare value rankings by degree level:
- Best Value Business Managerial Economics Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Business Managerial Economics Undergraduate Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Business Managerial Economics Associate’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Business Managerial Economics Bachelor’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Business Managerial Economics Graduate Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Business Managerial Economics Master’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Business Managerial Economics Doctoral Degree Schools
Ranking Methodology & Notes
This list is compiled by Course Advisor (DMS_RANKING_2023), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment — drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · Scope: Nation. *Averages shown above reflect the top 253 ranked schools only.
References
- Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) — National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education (core institutional data).
- College Scorecard — U.S. Department of Education (graduate earnings and outcomes data).
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