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Private Equity Research Analysts and Associates

Earnings

New college graduates with a bachelor’s degree in finance earned average starting salaries of $66,000 in 2024, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

Private equity analysts earned median annual salaries of $184,000 in June 2024, according to Glassdoor. Salaries ranged from $138,000 to $258,000.

Private equity research analysts and associates usually receive a generous benefits package, including vacation days, sick leave, health and life insurance, and a 401(k) or other retirement savings plan.