Marketing at Florida State University

Florida State's marketing program stands out for producing graduates who earn significantly more than typical marketing majors—$49,808 in the first year compared to the national average of $44,728. Even more impressive is the 26% earnings growth over four years, reaching $62,764, which suggests strong career momentum and skill development that employers value.

The debt picture is where this program truly shines. At $18,250, FSU marketing graduates carry substantially less debt than both the national median ($24,267) and Florida state median ($21,374) for marketing programs. This creates an exceptionally favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37, meaning graduates can realistically pay off their loans within two years of starting work. Among Florida's marketing programs, FSU ranks in the 60th percentile for earnings—solid but not spectacular—yet the low debt load makes it more attractive than higher-earning programs that saddle students with heavy borrowing.

While FSU doesn't quite match University of Florida's $56,454 starting salary, the combination of strong earnings growth and minimal debt creates an excellent value proposition. Your child would graduate from a selective institution (25% admission rate) with manageable financial obligations and clear upward earning potential in their marketing career.