Compare 18 Auditing. programs in Iowa. Average earnings: $64,715.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Auditing tells a different story. Across 18 programs, earnings range from $52,107 to $77,201—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of Iowa's Auditing program leads with graduates earning $77,201, followed closely by Drake University at $75,593. The average across all Iowa programs is $64,715, but the $25K gap between top and bottom performers shows why program-level evaluation beats relying on institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Northern Iowa graduates borrow $19,691 and face just a 5.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, Northern Iowa also leads with an 11.2% family burden rated 'Good'—proof that strong value exists beyond the highest earners.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of IowaPublic | $77,201 | 149 | $22,500 | Excellent | $27,975 | Manageable |
| #2 | Drake UniversityPrivate | $75,593 | 37 | $23,000 | Excellent | $26,000 | Manageable |
| #3 | Luther CollegePrivate | $74,629 | 18 | $27,000 | Excellent | $40,923 | Challenging |
| #4 | $71,359 | 84 | $19,691 | Excellent | $17,670 | Good | |
| #5 | Loras CollegePrivate | $70,373 | 9 | $26,000 | Excellent | $30,983 | Manageable |
| #6 | Wartburg CollegePrivate | $68,921 | 12 | $27,000 | Excellent | $27,152 | Manageable |
| #7 | Central CollegePrivate | $67,748 | 13 | $26,984 | Good | $39,100 | Challenging |
| #8 | Iowa State UniversityPublic | $66,452 | 188 | $22,869 | Excellent | $25,950 | Manageable |
| #9 | Mount Mercy UniversityPrivate | $66,392 | 16 | $23,699 | Excellent | $19,951 | Manageable |
| #10 | University Of DubuquePrivate | $64,831 | 19 | $25,750 | Good | $21,000 | Manageable |
| #11 | Saint Ambrose UniversityPrivate | $64,677 | 20 | $25,000 | Good | $30,948 | Challenging |
| #12 | Simpson CollegePrivate | $64,543 | 22 | $26,000 | Good | $23,702 | Manageable |
| #13 | Morningside UniversityPrivate | $60,752 | 9 | $26,028 | Good | $14,032 | Manageable |
| #14 | Grand View UniversityPrivate | $59,575 | 14 | $22,500 | Good | $20,398 | Manageable |
| #15 | Briar Cliff UniversityPrivate | $53,469 | 6 | $23,250 | Good | $19,260 | Challenging |
| #16 | Buena Vista UniversityPrivate | $53,364 | 36 | $25,000 | Good | $12,074 | Manageable |
| #17 | Upper Iowa UniversityPrivate | $52,881 | 82 | $25,000 | Good | $14,000 | Challenging |
| #18 | Coe CollegePrivate | $52,107 | 13 | $27,000 | Manageable | $30,674 | 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 →
