International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at Lenoir-Rhyne University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$49,890

Est. from national median (103 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$25,000

Est. from national median (33 programs)

Analysis

Based on comparable international business programs nationwide, Lenoir-Rhyne's estimated $49,890 first-year salary sits right at the national median—a solid starting point for a bachelor's degree. With estimated debt of $25,000, the 0.50 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests graduates would need to dedicate about half their first-year salary to repay loans, which is manageable compared to programs that push 1.0 or higher. For context, UNC Charlotte's international business grads report $53,000 in first-year earnings while Appalachian State's report $44,000, placing Lenoir-Rhyne's peer-program estimate squarely in the middle of North Carolina's range.

The real question is whether these estimates reflect Lenoir-Rhyne's actual outcomes. Small sample sizes mean the Department of Education can't publish this school's specific data, so we're relying on what similar programs typically produce. The 81% admission rate and 40% Pell grant enrollment suggest Lenoir-Rhyne serves a broad student population, which could mean outcomes vary more than at selective institutions with reported data.

If your student is choosing between this program and UNC Charlotte's with its documented $53,000 outcomes, the $3,000-4,000 difference adds up over a career. But if Lenoir-Rhune offers better fit, smaller classes, or specific international connections, the estimated earnings gap isn't insurmountable. Just recognize you're making this decision with limited visibility into this particular program's track record.

Where Lenoir-Rhyne University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (10 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Lenoir-Rhyne UniversityHickory	$30,900	$49,890*	—	$25,000*	—
University of North Carolina at CharlotteCharlotte	$7,214	$53,036*	$49,971	$21,200*	0.40
Appalachian State UniversityBoone	$7,541	$43,989*	$73,504	$26,930*	0.61
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 Lenoir-Rhyne University, approximately 40% 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.