Business Administration, Management and Operations at Eckerd College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Eckerd College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Eckerd College graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all business administration, management and operations bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (93 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eckerd College | $33,153 | $69,794 | — | — |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach | $66,999 | $77,767 | $20,508 | 0.31 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide | $66,999 | $77,767 | $20,508 | 0.31 |
| Florida Institute of Technology | $63,708 | $58,663 | $38,097 | 0.60 |
| Florida Institute of Technology-Online | $63,708 | $58,663 | $38,097 | 0.60 |
| Lynn University | $63,132 | $48,653 | $21,125 | 0.33 |
| National Median | $45,703 | — | $26,000 | 0.57 |
Other Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach | $42,304 | $66,999 | $20,508 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Daytona Beach | $11,665 | $66,999 | $20,508 |
| Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne | $44,360 | $63,708 | $38,097 |
| Florida Institute of Technology-Online Melbourne | $12,240 | $63,708 | $38,097 |
| Lynn University Boca Raton | $42,950 | $63,132 | $21,125 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Eckerd College, approximately 16% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 21 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.