Compare 7 Bioenergy. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $50,368.
The highest-earning Bioenergy program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $35K earnings gap across 7 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus leads with graduates earning $70,732, well above the $50,368 average. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry follows at $53,685, while University of Rhode Island reaches $51,853—demonstrating that specialized programs compete regardless of overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry graduates borrow $11,000 and face just a 4.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $70,732
Strong outcomes with 87% acceptance
4.8% payment burden | Excellent - payment under 8% of discretionary
10.7% family burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $70,732 | 21 | $26,814 | Excellent | $36,545 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $53,685 | 63 | $11,000 | Excellent | $11,551 | Good | |
| #3 | $51,853 | 38 | $22,250 | Good | $28,000 | High | |
| #4 | $50,456 | 30 | $22,750 | Good | $39,759 | High | |
| #5 | $48,247 | 62 | $25,000 | Manageable | $30,473 | High | |
| #6 | Marist CollegePrivate | $41,565 | 10 | $25,000 | Challenging | $51,958 | High |
| #7 | $36,040 | 38 | $21,500 | Challenging | $25,294 | 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 →
