Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 63.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 61.9%
- Retention Rate
- 80.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $59,436
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,211
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 64.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $257/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $97,959 | $39,491 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $59,253 | $36,180 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $59,124 | $20,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $56,825 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $49,579 | $25,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $45,500 | $24,250 |
| International Business. | Bachelor | $42,123 | $24,601 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $41,565 | $26,937 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $41,193 | $24,250 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $39,592 | $23,250 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $38,597 | $23,327 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $21,750 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Master | $37,208 | |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $35,701 | $23,375 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $23,948 |
Outcomes Overview
Tampa graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt burdens compared to many private universities. The median debt of $24,211 creates monthly payments of $257, representing roughly 5% of typical starting salaries of $39,636. The employment rate hits 94.5%, reflecting strong job placement in Tampa Bay's growing finance, healthcare, and hospitality sectors. Business program graduates often land roles at major employers like Raymond James, Publix, and local tech startups. Ten years out, median earnings reach $59,436, nearly 2.5 times the debt load. The 64.88% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle initially, but the debt-to-income ratio remains reasonable for a private institution. This represents an average return on investment.