Compare 12 Bioenergy. programs in the South. Average earnings: $39,536.
With top graduates earning $47,232, Bioenergy stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $8K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
West Virginia University's Bioenergy program leads with graduates earning $47,232, well above the $39,536 average across 12 Southern programs. Louisiana State University follows at $45,706, while Tarleton State University rounds out the top three at $44,092—demonstrating that specialized programs at regional institutions deliver competitive outcomes.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Texas A&M University-College Station graduates borrow $17,804 and face just an 11.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. While top earners like West Virginia carry manageable 12.5% student burdens, the best choice depends on your financial situation.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | West Virginia UniversityPublic | $47,232 | 32 | $22,500 | Manageable | $32,980 | High |
| #2 | $45,706 | 66 | $20,500 | Manageable | $25,645 | High | |
| #3 | $44,092 | 54 | $19,606 | Manageable | $17,125 | High | |
| #4 | $44,003 | 15 | $17,804 | Good | $32,258 | High | |
| #5 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $42,793 | 15 | $17,500 | Good | $37,267 | High |
| #6 | Everglades UniversityPrivate | $41,859 | 25 | $38,996 | High | $12,350 | High |
| #7 | $39,942 | 28 | $21,024 | Manageable | $13,218 | High | |
| #8 | $39,771 | 22 | $21,868 | Manageable | $18,241 | High | |
| #9 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $36,848 | 13 | $21,000 | Challenging | $22,500 | High |
| #10 | $35,416 | 15 | $25,000 | High | $11,776 | High | |
| #11 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $32,351 | 16 | $18,500 | High | $20,855 | High |
| #12 | $24,421 | 39 | $17,622 | High | $18,946 | 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 →
