Compare 9 Animal Training. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $32,565. Top programs: $42,334+.
The highest-earning Animal Training program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $18K earnings gap across 9 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins leads with Animal Training graduates earning $42,334, compared to the $32,565 average across all programs. West Texas A&M follows at $39,315, while The University of Findlay rounds out the top three at $36,764—demonstrating that regional programs compete directly with private institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Colorado State graduates borrow $20,000 and face a 13.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. West Texas A&M offers the best family value with just $32,219 in total family debt, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $42,334
Strong outcomes with 90% acceptance
13.9% payment burden | Manageable
27.9% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $42,334 | 65 | $20,000 | Manageable | $36,000 | High | |
| #2 | $39,315 | 14 | $19,500 | Manageable | $12,719 | High | |
| #3 | The University Of FindlayPrivate | $36,764 | 46 | $25,439 | Challenging | $30,702 | High |
| #4 | Centenary UniversityPrivate | $31,133 | 24 | $23,163 | High | $22,725 | High |
| #5 | William Woods UniversityPrivate | $31,011 | 28 | $21,983 | High | $13,469 | High |
| #6 | $30,997 | 10 | $26,000 | High | $34,260 | High | |
| #7 | Midway UniversityPrivate | $29,995 | 22 | $21,301 | High | $17,812 | High |
| #8 | Asbury UniversityPrivate | $27,498 | 9 | $24,028 | High | $21,858 | High |
| #9 | Stephens CollegePrivate | $24,035 | 5 | $27,000 | High | $27,900 | 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 →
