International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at Lasell University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$49,890

Est. from national median (103 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$25,000

Est. from national median (33 programs)

Analysis

Can Lasell deliver on international business when peer programs in Massachusetts suggest graduates typically earn around $68,000, but national comparables point to just $50,000? That's the core uncertainty here. With estimated first-year earnings of $49,890 and estimated debt of $25,000, this program tracks closer to the national baseline than the stronger Massachusetts market. For context, Northeastern's international business graduates report over $80,000, while even Massachusetts Maritime hits $55,000—suggesting Lasell may struggle to match the earnings power of nearby alternatives.

The 0.50 debt-to-earnings ratio looks manageable on paper, but it assumes that national baseline holds true. If Lasell's outcomes lean closer to the Massachusetts median of $68,000, this becomes a solid investment. If they fall below that $50,000 mark, the debt load starts to pinch. The school's 82% admission rate and mid-range SAT scores suggest it serves a different student population than Northeastern, which likely explains some earnings gap, but the question is how much.

Before committing, compare Lasell's career placement track record in international business against other Massachusetts programs your child is considering. The estimated figures suggest this could work financially, but the wide range between state and national outcomes means you need clearer signals about where Lasell actually lands.

Where Lasell University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (18 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Lasell UniversityNewton	$26,000	$49,890*	—	$25,000*	—
Northeastern UniversityBoston	$63,141	$80,848*	$91,133	$25,729*	0.32
Massachusetts Maritime AcademyBuzzards Bay	$10,816	$54,741*	$69,477	$25,000*	0.46
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 Lasell University, approximately 32% 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 national median of 103 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.