International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at Savannah State University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$45,908

Est. from GA median (3 programs)

Median Debt

$31,000

32% above national median

Analysis

Based on comparable programs in Georgia, Savannah State's International Business degree suggests first-year earnings around $45,900—roughly on par with the state median but about $4,000 below the national benchmark. The $31,000 in debt is higher than both state and national medians for this major, though the 0.68 debt-to-earnings ratio remains manageable compared to many business programs. For a school where 65% of students receive Pell grants, this debt load represents a significant financial commitment for families who likely have limited resources to help with repayment.

The challenge is that these estimates are drawn from just three comparable programs in Georgia, which show dramatic variation—from over $67,000 at UGA down to roughly $30,500 at Valdosta State. Without actual graduate outcomes from Savannah State itself, it's difficult to know where this program truly falls in that range. The suppressed data suggests small graduating cohorts, which could mean limited career support networks or fewer alumni connections in the field.

For families weighing this option: the estimated debt burden is substantial but not crushing, and the projected earnings align with state norms. However, you're making this investment without clear evidence of what Savannah State's specific graduates actually achieve. If your student is admitted to UGA or similar programs with proven outcomes, those represent safer bets. If Savannah State is the most accessible option, understand you're taking on above-average debt based on what peer programs—not this school itself—have demonstrated.

Where Savannah State University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (11 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Savannah State UniversitySavannah	$5,498	$45,908*	—	$31,000	—
University of GeorgiaAthens	$11,180	$67,371*	$90,029	$15,820	0.23
Kennesaw State UniversityKennesaw	$5,786	$45,908*	$58,674	$26,842	0.58
Valdosta State UniversityValdosta	$6,007	$30,567*	—	—	—
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 Savannah State University, approximately 65% 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 3 similar programs in GA. Actual outcomes may vary.