Program Analysis
While the career paths listed for this degree can be lucrative, the data suggests FAU graduates are not landing those top-tier roles. Instead, you're more likely to enter the competitive South Florida real estate and development market in entry-level positions. Many planning jobs in this region are tied to private developers or smaller municipalities, which often pay less than the major city planning departments in the Northeast or on the West Coast. This degree may provide a broad overview of urban issues, but it appears to lack the specialized technical skills or the powerful alumni network needed to secure high-paying public sector or consulting jobs right out of school. To beat these odds, you must aggressively pursue internships with city governments or major architectural firms well before you graduate to build a professional portfolio and a network that can lift you above the local competition.