International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at Manhattan University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$48,597

Est. from NY median (6 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$25,000

Est. from national median (33 programs)

Analysis

In New York's competitive international business landscape, Manhattan University appears positioned squarely in the middle tier. Based on comparable programs statewide, first-year earnings around $48,600 align almost exactly with the state median—not remarkable, but fundamentally different from peer programs at nearby schools where outcomes vary dramatically, from Fordham's $65,000 down to Berkeley College's $37,000.

The estimated $25,000 debt load translates to a manageable 0.51 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning roughly six months of gross income to repay what's borrowed. That's reasonable territory for a bachelor's degree, though it's worth noting this sits slightly above both the state and national debt medians for this major. The 78% admission rate and modest Pell enrollment suggest Manhattan serves a broad student population, which may explain the middle-ground positioning.

What's less clear is whether Manhattan provides advantages that justify choosing it over more affordable SUNY options like Farmingdale (similar earnings, likely lower debt) or whether ambitious students might stretch for Fordham's substantially higher outcomes. Since these figures are drawn from peer programs rather than Manhattan's actual graduate data, you're making this decision with incomplete information about this specific program's track record. If your child is set on private education in the city, understand you're paying for the experience and network more than a clear earnings premium.

Where Manhattan University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in New York

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (29 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Manhattan UniversityRiverdale	$50,850	$48,597*	—	$25,000*	—
Fordham UniversityBronx	$61,992	$65,131*	—	$23,250*	0.36
Pace UniversityNew York	$51,424	$61,228*	$71,688	$25,000*	0.41
CUNY Bernard M Baruch CollegeNew York	$7,464	$52,290*	$64,899	$9,644*	0.18
Farmingdale State CollegeFarmingdale	$8,576	$44,903*	—	—*	—
Berkeley College-New YorkNew York	$28,600	$37,437*	$50,489	$43,951*	1.17
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 Manhattan University, approximately 31% 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 6 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.