Compare 5 Apiculture. programs in the South. Average earnings: $41,900.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Apiculture tells a different story. Across 5 programs, earnings range from $35,853 to $46,778—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Mississippi State University's Apiculture program leads with graduates earning $46,778, well above the $41,900 average. University of Kentucky follows at $45,747, demonstrating that regional publics dominate this specialized field regardless of broader institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Mississippi State graduates borrow $22,142 and face a 12.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47, graduates can clear their loans in about 6 months of salary.
Highest program earnings: $46,778
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
12.5% payment burden | Manageable
29.2% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $46,778 | 15 | $22,142 | Manageable | $25,567 | High | |
| #2 | University Of KentuckyPublic | $45,747 | 80 | $22,500 | Manageable | $30,006 | High |
| #3 | University Of Mount OlivePrivate | $41,737 | 10 | $27,209 | Challenging | $15,000 | High |
| #4 | $39,385 | 37 | $22,500 | Challenging | $14,685 | High | |
| #5 | Clemson UniversityPublic | $35,853 | 38 | $21,500 | Challenging | $35,463 | 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 →
