Mathematics at Florida Southern College

A debt load around $21,750 isn't unreasonable for a bachelor's degree in mathematics, especially when peer programs in Florida suggest first-year earnings near $46,000. That puts the debt-to-earnings ratio at 0.47—meaning graduates would owe roughly half their first year's salary, which is manageable territory. However, these figures are drawn from comparable Florida math programs since Florida Southern's graduate pool is too small to report individually.

The challenge is that similar programs at larger Florida universities—UCF, FSU, FIU—are producing graduates who earn $3,000 to $5,000 more in their first year. That gap matters when you're paying off loans. Florida Southern's smaller class sizes and 59% admission rate suggest a different educational experience than the big state schools, but the economics alone don't justify a premium. The estimated earnings here track right at the state median, meaning this program appears middle-of-the-pack for outcomes.

For parents footing the bill, the key question is whether Florida Southern's environment—smaller campus, more individualized attention—is worth potentially matching rather than exceeding what the state schools deliver financially. The debt load seems reasonable, but don't expect this degree to fast-track earnings compared to more affordable in-state alternatives.