Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Broward College

Broward College's liberal arts associate degree offers solid value with notably low debt burden, making it an appealing option for students seeking affordable higher education in Florida. At $8,000 in median debt—well below both the national ($10,950) and state ($9,250) medians—graduates avoid the crushing debt loads that plague many programs. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.28 means students can reasonably expect to manage their payments.

The earnings picture is respectable rather than exceptional. Starting salaries of $28,775 place graduates in the 60th percentile among Florida liberal arts programs and 62nd percentile nationally, meaning they're doing better than most peers but not dramatically so. The 21% earnings growth to $34,817 by year four shows promising trajectory, though the program still trails top performers like Saint Leo University significantly.

For families prioritizing affordability and debt avoidance, Broward College delivers on that promise while providing earnings that exceed state and national medians. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates gives confidence in these outcomes. This program works best for students who need a low-cost foundation for further education or entry into fields where the degree opens doors rather than determines salary potential.