International Business at Kean University

Before diving into Kean's International Business program, know that the sample size here is small—under 30 graduates—which means these numbers could shift significantly with more data. That said, the picture shows a program performing solidly within New Jersey but trailing the national field. Graduates earn $45,396 their first year out, which sits right at the state median but falls in just the 32nd percentile nationally. The debt load of $24,185 is actually slightly below the state's typical $27,000, yielding a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.53—meaning graduates owe about half their first-year salary.

The gap between Kean and top-performing Rider University ($53,124) is substantial—about $8,000 annually—but consider the institutional context. With a 77% admission rate and 46% of students on Pell grants, Kean serves a different population than more selective alternatives. For families prioritizing accessibility and keeping debt relatively contained, this program delivers middle-of-the-pack New Jersey outcomes at slightly below-median New Jersey debt.

The practical implication: if your child is deciding between Kean and higher-earning New Jersey alternatives they can access, those programs show clearer financial advantages. But if Kean represents one of the more feasible four-year options, the international business program won't bury them in debt, even if it doesn't unlock the higher salaries seen at the national level. Just remember these conclusions rest on limited data.