Compare 17 Biomechanics. programs in the West. Average earnings: $43,150.
Biomechanics programs produce graduates earning between $17,624 and $70,826—a $53K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 17 ranked programs in the West, outcomes vary dramatically based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
The University of Wyoming's Biomechanics program leads with graduates earning $70,826—well above the regional average of $43,150. Brigham Young follows at $60,978, while the University of Washington-Seattle reaches $54,689. The data reveals that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Brigham Young graduates borrow $11,069 and face just a 4.0% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families including parent loans, BYU still leads with a 7.9% burden—proof that the strongest programs can also be the most affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of WyomingPublic | $70,826 | 61 | $18,000 | Excellent | $16,000 | Good |
| #2 | Brigham Young UniversityPrivate | $60,978 | 314 | $11,069 | Excellent | $9,699 | Excellent |
| #3 | $54,689 | 125 | $14,615 | Excellent | $24,883 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $51,518 | 106 | $19,500 | Good | $17,148 | Challenging | |
| #5 | University Of OregonPublic | $51,414 | 214 | $20,139 | Good | $44,405 | High |
| #6 | $49,781 | 122 | $13,000 | Excellent | $25,733 | Challenging | |
| #7 | $49,638 | 5 | $25,000 | Manageable | $38,669 | High | |
| #8 | $49,460 | 348 | $19,500 | Good | $46,340 | High | |
| #9 | $42,945 | 168 | $13,969 | Good | $7,556 | Manageable | |
| #10 | University Of ArizonaPublic | $41,210 | 304 | $19,620 | Manageable | $30,126 | High |
| #11 | $40,318 | 202 | $14,000 | Good | $26,176 | High | |
| #12 | $35,462 | 57 | $19,500 | Challenging | $22,000 | High | |
| #13 | $32,671 | 93 | $22,400 | High | $19,000 | High | |
| #14 | $32,629 | 48 | $20,000 | High | $21,710 | High | |
| #15 | $31,146 | 35 | $26,063 | High | $31,387 | High | |
| #16 | Seattle Pacific UniversityPrivate | $21,234 | 23 | $24,000 | High | $37,687 | High |
| #17 | Gonzaga UniversityPrivate | $17,624 | 54 | $24,454 | High | $37,652 | 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 →
