Business Administration, Management and Operations at Key College

The estimated $50,716 debt load for this business degree raises immediate concerns when measured against first-year earnings that mirror the state median of $45,072. That debt figure comes from the handful of similar programs at Key College—just six data points—and it's more than double what Florida business graduates typically carry ($22,625). Even if the earnings estimate proves conservative, you're looking at debt that exceeds a full year's salary, which creates real constraints on your child's financial flexibility after graduation.

The earnings picture itself isn't alarming—similar Florida programs cluster right around this $45,000 mark—but the debt changes the equation entirely. While top business programs in the state like Embry-Riddle and Florida Tech produce graduates earning in the mid-$60,000s, even at median earnings this degree would be manageable with typical Florida debt levels. The problem isn't the degree's market value; it's the cost of obtaining it at this particular institution.

Before committing, get concrete numbers directly from Key College's financial aid office about what your child's actual borrowing would look like. If the real debt approaches $50,000, you need a clear plan for how that gets paid down on a $45,000 salary, or strong evidence that this program's career support or alumni network justifies the premium over more affordable Florida options.