Analysis
Looking at peer International Business bachelor's programs nationally, this field typically produces first-year earnings around $50,000 with manageable debt loads. Maryville's estimated figures fall squarely in line with these norms—roughly $25,000 in debt against $49,890 in early earnings translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.50, which suggests graduates could handle payments without overwhelming their budgets.
The uncertainty here matters, though. Missouri programs in this field show a median of $52,670 in first-year earnings, suggesting some variability in how institutions prepare students for the job market. Saint Louis University, another regional option, reports that higher figure. Without actual outcome data from Maryville, it's unclear whether this program delivers closer to the national baseline or Missouri's somewhat stronger average. The school's 94% admission rate and significant Pell student population (36%) suggest it serves a broad range of students, which can correlate with more variable career outcomes.
For parents weighing this investment: the estimated debt burden appears reasonable for the field, but you're working with projections rather than this program's track record. If your child is drawn to Maryville specifically, dig into their career services, internship placement rates, and employer connections in St. Louis's international business sector—those practical supports matter enormously when outcomes aren't yet documented. Otherwise, programs with reported data give you firmer ground for comparison.
Where Maryville University of Saint Louis Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all international business bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (15 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $27,166 | $49,890* | — | $25,000* | — | |
| $53,244 | $52,670* | — | $24,000* | 0.46 | |
| National Median | — | $49,890* | — | $23,472* | 0.47 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with international business graduates
Chief Executives
Chief Sustainability Officers
General and Operations Managers
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Business Operations Specialists, All Other
Business Continuity Planners
Sustainability Specialists
Online Merchants
Security Management Specialists
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 Maryville University of Saint Louis, approximately 36% 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.