Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.

Compare to Similar Programs in Florida

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (12 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of South Florida$51,521
Florida International University$37,745$50,191$26,6100.70
University of Florida$33,854$50,493$20,2050.60
University of Florida-Online$33,854$50,493$20,2050.60
National Median$38,704$25,4950.66

Other Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Programs in Florida

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Florida International University
Miami
$6,565$37,745$26,610
University of Florida
Gainesville
$6,381$33,854$20,205
University of Florida-Online
Gainesville
$3,876$33,854$20,205

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 South Florida, approximately 30% 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.