Compare 5 Advertising. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $46,175.
Advertising programs produce graduates earning between $36,964 and $51,378—a $14K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in Indiana, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Ball State University's Advertising program leads with graduates earning $51,378, well above the state average of $46,175. Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion follows at $48,225, while University of Southern Indiana delivers $47,647—proving that regional publics compete effectively with private institutions in this field.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Southern Indiana graduates borrow $20,105 and face just an 11% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Ball State achieves similar affordability at 11.1% burden, meaning loan payments take a manageable bite out of post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $51,378
Strong outcomes with 72% acceptance
11.0% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
19.6% family burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Ball State UniversityPublic | $51,378 | 94 | $23,250 | Good | $20,800 | Challenging |
| #2 | $48,225 | 10 | $24,250 | Manageable | $12,987 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $47,647 | 31 | $20,105 | Good | $13,626 | Challenging | |
| #4 | Butler UniversityPrivate | $46,663 | 92 | $26,000 | Manageable | $52,434 | High |
| #5 | Franklin CollegePrivate | $36,964 | 15 | $27,000 | High | $40,380 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
