Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale

Keiser's networking program places graduates nearly $12,000 behind the national median for this degree, starting at just $48,655—barely above what many associate degree programs deliver. Within Florida's small cohort of networking programs, this sits right at the median for earnings, but the $43,280 in typical debt (also matching the state median) creates a tighter financial picture than you'd want for a technical bachelor's degree.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.89 means graduates carry debt equal to almost 90% of their first-year salary. For context, DeVry's Florida campus produces graduates earning $12,000 more annually with the same debt load, translating to a much faster payoff timeline. The 11th percentile national ranking is particularly concerning—this program underperforms 89% of comparable networking programs across the country.

That said, 58% of students receive Pell grants, suggesting this serves students who might have limited alternatives. If your child has other options—particularly Florida State College at Jacksonville, which matches better earnings at likely lower cost—those deserve serious consideration. For families committed to Keiser specifically, understand that the debt burden is substantial relative to starting pay, and this program's outcomes lag significantly behind both state and national peers. The math works, but just barely.