International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at University of Rhode Island

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$44,643

Est. from RI median (4 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$21,500

Est. from national median (61 programs)

Analysis

Rhode Island's international business bachelor's programs cluster around $44,600 in first-year earnings, placing this program squarely in the middle of the state's range—well behind Bryant's $65,000 but ahead of Johnson & Wales. The estimated $21,500 debt load is notably lighter than both the state and national medians for this field, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio under 0.50 that works in graduates' favor. However, these figures come from comparable programs statewide rather than URI's specific outcomes, so there's meaningful uncertainty about what your student would actually experience.

The gap between Rhode Island's typical international business earnings and the national median of nearly $50,000 is worth noting. Peer programs nationally produce about $5,200 more in first-year earnings, suggesting either regional salary differences or that URI and other Rhode Island schools serve different markets than coastal business hubs. The relatively modest debt estimate helps offset this earnings gap, but it means your student would be starting their career earning less than many of their peers at similar programs elsewhere.

The reasonable debt level combined with mid-pack state earnings creates a workable financial foundation, but international business graduates elsewhere typically earn more right out of the gate. If your student has opportunities at Bryant or comparable programs with stronger placement, the earnings difference could justify exploring those options. If URI's network and total cost work better for your family, the lighter debt burden provides flexibility as your graduate builds their career.

Where University of Rhode Island Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Rhode Island

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Rhode Island (5 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
University of Rhode IslandKingston	$16,408	$44,643*	—	$21,500*	—
Bryant UniversitySmithfield	$51,169	$65,237*	$79,308	$26,790*	0.41
Roger Williams UniversityBristol	$42,666	$49,209*	—	$26,494*	0.54
Johnson & Wales University-ProvidenceProvidence	$40,408	$40,077*	$49,964	$26,732*	0.67
Johnson & Wales University-OnlineProvidence	$13,365	$40,077*	$49,964	$26,732*	0.67
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 University of Rhode Island, approximately 21% 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 4 similar programs in RI. Actual outcomes may vary.