Business Administration, Management and Operations at Webber International University

The estimated $32,652 in debt—nearly 2.5 times the national median for associate's degrees in business—immediately raises concerns about value. While comparable programs in Florida suggest first-year earnings around $39,010, that debt load means graduates would be dedicating roughly 84% of their first year's income to every dollar they borrowed. For context, Florida's median debt for this credential sits at $20,063, meaning this program appears significantly more expensive than typical in-state alternatives.

The earnings picture isn't the problem here—similar Florida programs produce results that align with the 75th percentile nationally. But when community colleges like Broward and St. Petersburg produce business graduates earning $47,000-$50,000 (and typically at much lower debt levels), the value equation for a private school associate's degree becomes harder to justify. With 54% of students receiving Pell grants, many families here are price-sensitive and could find their options limited by debt service after graduation.

Before committing to this program, get concrete numbers directly from Webber about typical debt loads and job placement for their business graduates. If the actual debt approaches these estimates, you'd likely find better return on investment at Florida's public colleges, where business programs deliver comparable or better earnings outcomes at a fraction of the cost.