International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale

Est. Earnings (1yr)Estimated

$46,354

Est. from FL median (6 programs)

Est. Median DebtEstimated

$25,000

Est. from FL median (3 programs)

Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.

Analysis

Based on comparable International Business programs in Florida, Keiser graduates can expect first-year earnings around $46,000 and debt near $25,000—figures that land squarely in the middle of what similar programs produce statewide. This 0.54 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests manageable payments, though the estimated debt sits above Florida's median for this major ($17,500), likely reflecting Keiser's private university tuition structure. Programs at Florida International and South Florida report slightly lower first-year earnings in the $44,000-$46,000 range, while University of North Florida and Tampa graduates earn closer to $48,000-$49,000.

The challenge here is making an informed choice with limited program-specific data. Keiser serves primarily students who need accessible admission (97% acceptance rate) and substantial financial aid (58% receive Pell grants), which may explain both the higher debt load and the estimated earnings that track below the national median of $49,890. International Business programs vary widely in their industry connections and internship networks—factors that significantly impact job placement but aren't captured in these estimates.

If your child is choosing Keiser for its flexibility or location advantages, the debt burden appears workable given typical starting salaries in this field. However, requesting actual placement outcomes and comparing net cost after financial aid against Florida's public universities would help clarify whether this investment makes sense for your family's specific situation.

Where Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all international business bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Florida

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (28 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Keiser University-Ft LauderdaleFort Lauderdale	$24,136	$46,354*	—	$25,000*	—
University of North FloridaJacksonville	$6,389	$49,379*	$56,391	$15,500*	0.31
The University of TampaTampa	$33,424	$48,149*	$74,400	$25,250*	0.52
Florida Atlantic UniversityBoca Raton	$4,879	$47,047*	$60,027	$17,500*	0.37
Florida International UniversityMiami	$6,565	$45,661*	$56,343	$17,750*	0.39
University of South FloridaTampa	$6,410	$44,096*	$53,207	$16,936*	0.38
National Median	—	$49,890*	—	$23,472*	0.47

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with international business graduates

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Sustainability Officers

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Business Continuity Planners

Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures. Plan, conduct, and debrief regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly. Act as a coordinator for continuity efforts after a disruption event.

Sustainability Specialists

Address organizational sustainability issues, such as waste stream management, green building practices, and green procurement plans.

Online Merchants

Conduct retail activities of businesses operating exclusively online. May perform duties such as preparing business strategies, buying merchandise, managing inventory, implementing marketing activities, fulfilling and shipping online orders, and balancing financial records.

Security Management Specialists

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale, approximately 58% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in FL. Actual outcomes may vary.