Compare 208 Auditing. programs in the Midwest. Average earnings: $61,994.
The highest-earning Auditing program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $14K earnings gap across 209 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of Notre Dame's Auditing program leads with graduates earning $89,081. Illinois Wesleyan University follows at $85,000, while Loyola University Chicago rounds out the top three at $82,642. Against an average of $61,898 across all programs, these leaders demonstrate how program quality varies independently of overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Notre Dame graduates borrow $19,000 and face just a 3.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads with an 11.6% family burden—proof that the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $89,081
Strong outcomes ($82,642) with 81% acceptance
3.9% payment burden | Excellent
11.6% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of Notre DamePrivate | $89,081 | 100 | $19,000 | Excellent | $40,731 | Manageable |
| #2 | Illinois Wesleyan UniversityPrivate | $85,000 | 44 | $27,000 | Excellent | $47,679 | Manageable |
| #3 | Loyola University ChicagoPrivate | $82,642 | 84 | $24,157 | Excellent | $54,045 | Challenging |
| #4 | $81,583 | 159 | $20,500 | Excellent | $32,529 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $80,736 | 374 | $19,500 | Excellent | $34,511 | Manageable | |
| #6 | Depaul UniversityPrivate | $80,614 | 245 | $23,168 | Excellent | $41,563 | Manageable |
| #7 | $80,603 | 122 | $19,500 | Excellent | $25,729 | Good | |
| #8 | Marquette UniversityPrivate | $80,539 | 69 | $23,940 | Excellent | $45,500 | Challenging |
| #9 | Creighton UniversityPrivate | $79,988 | 43 | $25,000 | Excellent | $31,504 | Manageable |
| #10 | $78,931 | 126 | $20,484 | Excellent | $28,364 | Manageable | |
| #11 | $78,857 | 34 | $24,000 | Excellent | $31,458 | Manageable | |
| #12 | $77,705 | 451 | $19,976 | Excellent | $25,868 | Manageable | |
| #13 | Miami University-OxfordPublic | $77,503 | 173 | $23,000 | Excellent | $34,512 | Manageable |
| #14 | University Of IowaPublic | $77,201 | 149 | $22,500 | Excellent | $27,975 | Manageable |
| #15 | Dominican UniversityPrivate | $76,672 | 22 | $24,411 | Excellent | $19,865 | Good |
| #16 | $75,633 | 231 | $23,250 | Excellent | $37,401 | Manageable | |
| #17 | Drake UniversityPrivate | $75,593 | 37 | $23,000 | Excellent | $26,000 | Manageable |
| #18 | Hope CollegePrivate | $75,233 | 28 | $26,800 | Excellent | $48,059 | Challenging |
| #19 | John Carroll UniversityPrivate | $75,037 | 44 | $26,000 | Excellent | $39,285 | Challenging |
| #20 | Elmhurst UniversityPrivate | $74,897 | 38 | $20,489 | Excellent | $27,470 | Manageable |
| #21 | $74,894 | 127 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,448 | Manageable | |
| #22 | Saint Johns UniversityPrivate | $74,757 | 59 | $27,000 | Excellent | $32,000 | Manageable |
| #23 | Luther CollegePrivate | $74,629 | 18 | $27,000 | Excellent | $40,923 | Challenging |
| #24 | Gustavus Adolphus CollegePrivate | $73,508 | 16 | $26,774 | Excellent | $34,265 | Manageable |
| #25 | $73,170 | 171 | $22,162 | Excellent | $19,508 | Manageable |
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 →
