Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale

With $48,178 in debt—nearly double the national median of $26,250 for rehabilitation programs—this bachelor's degree comes at a steep price. Based on comparable programs nationally, first-year earnings around $36,000 suggest graduates will owe more than they earn in their first year out, a significant financial burden for a field where earnings typically start modest. The 58% Pell Grant rate indicates many students here come from families with limited resources, making this debt load particularly concerning.

The challenge isn't unique to Keiser—Florida's median debt for these programs matches what students here are borrowing, suggesting statewide cost pressures in this field. But that doesn't make the math work better. At $48,000 in debt and estimated $36,000 in earnings, graduates face monthly loan payments that will consume a substantial portion of take-home pay. Rehabilitation fields often require additional credentials or graduate education to advance, which means this debt may be just the beginning of education costs.

For families considering this path, the question is whether alternative routes exist. Community college-to-university transfers, in-state public options, or programs with lower borrowing might lead to the same credential with half the debt. Since the school accepts 97% of applicants, admission isn't the barrier—financing the degree responsibly is. Unless your family can significantly reduce borrowing through scholarships or contribution, this program's debt burden creates a challenging financial starting point.