Compare 6 Behavioral Sciences. programs in the Midwest. Average earnings: $37,270.
The highest-earning Behavioral Sciences program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $10K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of Kansas's Behavioral Sciences program leads with graduates earning $42,992, well above the $37,270 average. University of Wisconsin-Green Bay follows at $39,560, demonstrating how regional publics compete effectively in specialized fields where program quality matters more than institutional prestige.
For families, the math changes dramatically. University of Kansas offers a 14.1% student burden, but when parent loans are included, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay leads with a 27.4% family burden. Both programs fall into manageable categories for students, though family debt pushes burden into concerning territory.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of KansasPublic | $42,992 | 96 | $21,000 | Manageable | $32,347 | High |
| #2 | $39,560 | 63 | $18,500 | Manageable | $13,480 | High | |
| #3 | $38,130 | 12 | $25,750 | Challenging | $18,850 | High | |
| #4 | Missouri Baptist UniversityPrivate | $36,026 | 13 | $22,500 | Challenging | $17,265 | High |
| #5 | $33,987 | 16 | $21,229 | High | $14,984 | High | |
| #6 | East-West UniversityPrivate | $32,925 | 10 | $26,986 | High | $11,146 | 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 →
