Analysis
A business degree from Trinity Baptist College appears to track right at Florida's median for business programs, with estimated first-year earnings around $46,350 and debt of $26,000. These figures come from comparable programs across Florida's smaller private institutions, so they represent what peer schools produce rather than Trinity's specific track record. The estimated debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.56 sits in reasonable territory—not a standout bargain, but not alarming either.
What's worth noting is the spread among Florida business programs. While some schools like DeVry and Strayer show graduates earning $55,000-plus in their first year, others cluster closer to Trinity's estimated $46,000 range. The university's profile—63% admission rate, average SAT of 1007, nearly half of students on Pell grants—suggests it serves a different population than Florida's selective privates. Business degrees can provide stable career foundations, but the returns here appear modest rather than exceptional.
For parents, the key question is whether $26,000 in debt makes sense for what similar programs deliver. That's manageable if your child enters a structured field like accounting or finance where credentials matter more than pedigree. The estimates suggest this program won't put graduates ahead of the pack, but it shouldn't bury them in unmanageable debt either. Just understand you're working with educated guesses about outcomes, not Trinity's actual graduate data.
Where Trinity Baptist College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all business/commerce bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Business/Commerce bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (19 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $14,300 | $46,350* | — | $26,000* | — | |
| $17,488 | $57,020* | $56,664 | $47,236* | 0.83 | |
| $13,920 | $55,431* | $59,763 | $56,517* | 1.02 | |
| $58,300 | $51,001* | $74,225 | $26,000* | 0.51 | |
| $5,656 | $47,342* | $49,126 | —* | — | |
| $6,410 | $45,357* | $50,844 | $19,572* | 0.43 | |
| National Median | — | $47,506* | — | $26,000* | 0.55 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with business/commerce graduates
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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 Trinity Baptist College, approximately 46% 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 8 similar programs in FL. Actual outcomes may vary.