Location: Daytona Beach, FL•In-State Tuition: $42,304•Admission Rate: 66%•Avg SAT: 1256
Median Earnings (1yr)
$55,259
95th percentile
60th percentile in Florida
Median Debt
$19,500
22% below national median
D/E Ratio: 0.35 ManageableSample: 51 graduates

Analysis

Embry-Riddle's Security Science and Technology program ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for earnings—a standout performance that matters significantly more than its middling 60th percentile position within Florida. That state ranking reflects just how strong Florida's security programs are overall, with graduates here outpacing the typical $39,000 national median by $16,000. Only Florida State edges ahead of Embry-Riddle in the state, making this program one of Florida's top performers in a field where location and institutional reputation clearly influence outcomes.

The financial picture is equally compelling: $19,500 in debt creates a 0.35 ratio to first-year earnings, meaning graduates owe just over one-third of their starting salary. While debt levels run slightly higher than the national median for this program, the superior earnings more than compensate. A graduate earning $55,000 can realistically manage this debt load, especially given Embry-Riddle's specialized focus in security and aerospace-related fields that tend to offer clear career pathways.

For families considering aviation-adjacent security careers, this program delivers tangible results. The moderate sample size suggests consistent placement rather than a few lucky outliers, and Embry-Riddle's industry connections in Daytona Beach—a hub for aerospace and defense contractors—likely contribute to these outcomes. This is a program where the institution's niche reputation translates directly into employment value.

Where Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all security science and technology bachelors's programs nationally

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona BeachOther security science and technology programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach graduates compare to all programs nationally

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach earns $55k — 95th percentile among security science and technology bachelors programs.

Compare to Similar Programs in Florida

Security Science and Technology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (10 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona BeachDaytona Beach$42,304$55,259—$19,5000.35
Florida State UniversityTallahassee$5,656$58,249—$20,6930.36
Keiser University-Ft LauderdaleFort Lauderdale$24,136$37,231$37,700$37,1511.00
Florida Gulf Coast UniversityFort Myers$6,118$28,173$39,879$19,0460.68
National Median—$39,252—$25,0000.64

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with security science and technology graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Geographers

Study the nature and use of areas of the Earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, plants, and animals, and conduct research on the spatial implications of human activities within a given area, including social characteristics, economic activities, and political organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at scales ranging from local to global.

$97,200/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Examiners

Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify, or authenticate records.

$90,400/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Geography Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in geography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Accountants and Auditors

Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.

$81,680/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. May collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data.

$78,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Detectives and Criminal Investigators

Conduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes.

$77,270/yrJobs growth:

Police Identification and Records Officers

Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and civil cases.

$77,270/yrJobs growth:

Intelligence Analysts

Gather, analyze, or evaluate information from a variety of sources, such as law enforcement databases, surveillance, intelligence networks or geographic information systems. Use intelligence data to anticipate and prevent organized crime activities, such as terrorism.

$77,270/yrJobs growth:

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

Maintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, tribal, state, or federal laws and ordinances. Perform a combination of the following duties: patrol a specific area; direct traffic; issue traffic summonses; investigate accidents; apprehend and arrest suspects, or serve legal processes of courts. Includes police officers working at educational institutions.

$77,270/yrJobs growth:

Customs and Border Protection Officers

Investigate and inspect persons, common carriers, goods, and merchandise, arriving in or departing from the United States or between states to detect violations of immigration and customs laws and regulations.

$77,270/yrJobs growth:
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 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach, approximately 15% 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.