Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences at Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic's health sciences bachelor's produces earnings that trail the national average by about $3,000 annually, but here's the important context: this program actually outperforms most Florida alternatives, landing in the 60th percentile statewide. That matters because in-state students pay roughly $17,000 per year versus $33,000 for out-of-state tuition. The $32,257 first-year salary sits just below Florida's state median of $31,182, meaning this is a fairly typical outcome for the program within the state.

The debt picture requires attention. At $20,425, graduates carry less than the state median, but the program ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for debt—meaning only 14% of similar programs nationwide leave students with higher borrowing. The 0.63 debt-to-earnings ratio isn't alarming, but combined with below-average starting salaries, it creates a tight financial situation in year one. Worth noting: top Florida performers like Seminole State ($46,328) and University of West Florida ($39,603) deliver substantially stronger earnings outcomes.

For in-state students, this represents a middle-of-the-pack option that won't create crushing debt but also won't provide an immediate earnings advantage. The real question is career trajectory—if this leads to graduate education or certifications that boost earning power, the modest debt load provides flexibility. If this is the terminal degree, students should understand they're starting below what many competing Florida programs deliver.