Business Administration, Management and Operations at University of Miami

University of Miami's business program delivers an exceptionally low debt burden—just $18,500, compared to Florida's median of $22,625 and the national median of $26,000. This means students graduate owing roughly 38% of their first-year earnings, one of the better debt-to-income ratios you'll find for business programs. The early earnings start at $48,793, slightly above both state and national medians, then jump to $72,328 by year four—a 48% increase that suggests graduates are climbing quickly into management roles or finding paths to higher-value positions.

Among Florida's 93 business programs, this ranks solidly at the 60th percentile for earnings, though it trails specialized schools like Embry-Riddle and Florida Tech by $20,000-$30,000 in first-year pay. Still, the combination of competitive earnings growth and notably lower debt makes this a more balanced proposition than many peer schools, where debt can easily exceed $30,000.

The moderate sample size (30-100 graduates) means these figures are reasonably reliable. For families concerned about managing educational debt while maintaining solid career prospects, Miami's business program offers a lower-risk entry point. The key question is whether paying private tuition is worthwhile when the first-year outcomes are only modestly above state averages—though the strong earnings trajectory suggests the Miami brand and network pay off over time.