Business Administration, Management and Operations at Atlantis University

Comparable business administration associate's programs in Florida suggest first-year earnings around $39,000, but the estimated debt load here—$30,250—is substantially higher than both the state median ($20,063) and national median ($13,980) for this credential. With nearly half of students receiving Pell grants, that debt burden could be particularly challenging for families already stretching financially to afford college.

The earnings estimate aligns with Florida's state median and sits near the national 75th percentile, which sounds promising. However, the context matters: community colleges like Broward and St. Petersburg produce significantly higher earnings for associate's-level business graduates ($50,000+), often with lower debt. The 0.78 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates would owe roughly nine months of their first year's salary—manageable but not comfortable, especially when Florida offers programs that deliver better outcomes at lower cost.

For an associate's degree in business administration, you're looking at a credential that should be affordable and quick. The estimated debt here undermines that value proposition. Before committing, compare this directly with community college options in Miami-Dade or Broward counties, where reported outcomes show both stronger earnings and considerably less debt for the same credential.