Program Analysis
Starting salaries of $34,939/yr fall 25% below the $46,892 national median for Business Administration. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.
The 3.7x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 47% task exposure — and the 5% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $22,375 debt-to-$34,939 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #1139 out of 1,169 programs, Southeastern University's financial outcomes for Business Administration trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth is modest: $34,939 to $41,705 over five years (19% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.