International Business at Jacksonville University

Similar International Business programs in Florida suggest first-year earnings around $46,000, which falls short of the national median for this major by roughly $3,500. When you add in an estimated $25,000 in debt—higher than both Florida's median and the national average for this field—the return picture becomes less attractive. Programs at University of North Florida and University of Tampa show stronger starting salaries while typically carrying lower debt loads.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.54 isn't alarming on its surface, but context matters: Florida International University and Florida Atlantic University offer the same degree with significantly less debt burden. International Business is meant to open doors to global markets and multinational corporations, but starting at $46,000 makes those first years financially tight when loan payments kick in. The field rewards those who can afford unpaid internships or relocate for opportunities—harder to do with $25,000 in student debt.

Jacksonville University's 30% Pell grant enrollment and moderately selective admissions suggest it serves students who may be particularly debt-sensitive. For families weighing this program, the key question is whether Jacksonville's network and placement specifically justify carrying more debt than you'd accumulate at comparable Florida public universities with similar or better earnings outcomes.