- Biotech: $86,500
- Business Analytics: $74,722
- Finance: $101,080
- Marketing & Management: $78,143
M.S. in Commerce
Career Opportunities
Our M.S. in Commerce Program prepares you with the knowledge, skills, and experience for successfully taking on a role with any organization. Our outstanding career support team will ensure that you’re ready for interviews and presented at your competitive best.
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2025 Average Annual Base Salary by Track
2025 Top Hiring Companies
- Clark Construction Group
- The Goldman Sachs Group Inc.
- Capital One Financial Corporation
- Pointe Advisory
- KPMG LLP
- Jefferies Financial Group LLC
- Guidehouse Inc.
- CoStar Group Inc.
- University of Virginia/UVA Health Systems
- Creative Artists Agency
Career Services at McIntire
Whether you have clear vision for your future or are still exploring options, Commerce Career Services will help you discover, pursue, and achieve your unique career ambitions. They'll provide you with individual counseling, employer-specific programs, a variety of career speakers and panels, and a range of opportunities to connect with recruiters and tap into UVA’s vast global alumni network.
Exploration
The best careers are those that empower you to put your skills and values to work. Our dedicated Commerce Career Services team offers a wide range of tools and resources to help you explore industries, examine companies, and understand organizational roles so that you'll be able to identify opportunities that best meet your specific career objectives.
Preparation
From creating effective LinkedIn profiles to honing your interview and follow-up skills, our career coaches will help you showcase your unique abilities and experiences to stand out during the job search process. They will equip you with the tools, strategies, and practical approaches you need to effectively communicate your qualifications to potential employers.
Networking
Networking is a critical part of your career journey. Planned networking activities like speaker panels, alumni engagement events, and on-Grounds recruiting programs provide crucial face-to-face interaction with accounting professionals. You'll develop connections, learn about the industry, and get important career advice.

Tap into a new network.
Graduate school is an opportunity to grow your network, build connections, and join a community that will serve you throughout your career. The University of Virginia has a well-connected alumni network of 250K+ across 110+ chapters worldwide. Many alumni are actively engaged with our graduate students serving as mentors, guest speakers, ambassadors, and hiring managers.