Head-to-Head Analysis
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Updated January 2026 • Tifton, GA & Peru, NE
When students choose between Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and Peru State College, they're comparing fundamentally different career trajectories. ABAC specializes in agricultural sciences and related fields in rural Georgia, while Peru State focuses on business and education programs in Nebraska.
The question isn't simply which costs less or pays more — it's which career path aligns with your interests and long-term goals in distinctly different economic sectors.
Median Student Debt at Graduation
$16,750
federal loans
$21,875
federal loans
Median Parent PLUS Loans
$9,604
borrowed by parents
$13,517
borrowed by parents
ABAC is predominantly agriculture-focused, with graduates concentrated in agricultural sciences, biology, and related technical fields. The largest programs include Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science (97 graduates), Biology (40), and Business (37).
Peru State has a more business-oriented mix, with 41% of graduates earning business degrees. Peru State's largest programs include Business Administration (132 graduates), Psychology (40), and Criminal Justice (29).
These program concentrations directly explain the earnings differences between institutions.
For students drawn to agricultural sciences and rural careers, ABAC delivers specialized training at a lower upfront cost, though graduates typically earn less and face challenging debt burdens. Peru State offers broader business and professional preparation with higher earnings potential, making it the better choice for students who can manage the additional investment and prefer those career paths.
The data suggests Peru State provides stronger financial outcomes long-term, but the right choice depends fundamentally on your career interests — agricultural versus business sectors represent genuinely different professional worlds with different compensation patterns and lifestyle considerations.
Key Takeaway
The numbers are close, but the best school depends on your goals, values, and career aspirations.
This comparison was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
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