Finance and Financial Management Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Lynn University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$51,633

Est. from FL median (15 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$24,028

Est. from FL median (5 programs)

Analysis

Lynn University's finance program carries an estimated debt load of $24,028—slightly above Florida's median and notably higher than what many peer programs report. While this might seem manageable against first-year earnings near $52,000, the reality is that Florida's finance market is highly stratified, and the state's top programs are producing very different outcomes.

The estimated earnings here align with Florida's median, but consider what that means in practice: University of Florida and University of Miami graduates are entering the workforce earning nearly $70,000—about 35% more than comparable programs suggest for Lynn. Even Florida State and UCF graduates typically start around $56,000. That gap compounds over time, affecting not just how quickly you pay off loans but your lifetime earning trajectory in a field where credentials and networks matter significantly.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47 looks reasonable on paper, but remember these are estimates drawn from similar programs across Florida, not Lynn's actual graduate outcomes. For a family investing in a private university education in finance, you're betting that Lynn's smaller program can compete with both state universities and higher-ranked private options in a state saturated with finance programs. If your child is committed to finance specifically and Lynn for personal reasons, the numbers aren't prohibitive—but if program reputation and placement matter, the data suggests exploring schools with documented outcomes closer to $55,000 or above.

Where Lynn University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all finance and financial management services bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Florida

Finance and Financial Management Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (30 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Lynn UniversityBoca Raton	$42,950	$51,633*	—	$24,028*	—
University of FloridaGainesville	$6,381	$70,663*	$83,279	$17,954*	0.25
University of MiamiCoral Gables	$59,926	$70,352*	$89,692	$14,500*	0.21
Florida State UniversityTallahassee	$5,656	$56,516*	$75,328	$18,162*	0.32
University of Central FloridaOrlando	$6,368	$56,415*	$66,928	$18,843*	0.33
Florida Gulf Coast UniversityFort Myers	$6,118	$55,882*	$70,927	$21,239*	0.38
National Median	—	$53,590*	—	$23,332*	0.44

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with finance and financial management services graduates

Financial Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Treasurers and Controllers

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Investment Fund Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate investment strategy or operations for a large pool of liquid assets supplied by institutional investors or individual investors.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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

Personal Financial Advisors

Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives. May also buy and sell financial assets for clients.

$102,140/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial and Investment Analysts

Conduct quantitative analyses of information involving investment programs or financial data of public or private institutions, including valuation of businesses.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Risk Specialists

Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Budget Analysts

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

$87,930/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:

Insurance Underwriters

Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and determine acceptance of applications.

$79,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 Lynn University, approximately 23% 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 15 similar programs in FL. Actual outcomes may vary.