Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $29,222 track close to the $32,219 national median for Biology, General programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.
The 3.3x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 40% task exposure — and the 9% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,000 debt-to-$29,222 income ratio translates to about 11 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #756 out of 822 programs, Florida Southern College's financial outcomes for Biology, General trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth from $29,222 to $54,842 over five years (88% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.