Compare 6 Biostatistics. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $78,094. Top programs: $119,329+.
With top graduates earning $119,329, Biostatistics stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $40K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Cornell University's Biostatistics program leads with graduates earning $119,329, while UC San Diego follows at $115,165. Even MIT, despite its 4.7% admission rate, produces graduates earning $94,408—demonstrating that selectivity doesn't guarantee the highest program outcomes in this specialized field.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Cornell graduates borrow $14,000 and face just a 2.0% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Brigham Young University leads with a 6.3% family burden, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Cornell UniversityPrivate | $119,329 | 37 | $14,000 | Excellent | $38,000 | Good |
| #2 | $115,165 | 77 | $15,500 | Excellent | $24,257 | Excellent | |
| #3 | $94,408 | 18 | $14,768 | Excellent | $42,501 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Brigham Young UniversityPrivate | $71,015 | 21 | $11,069 | Excellent | $9,699 | Excellent |
| #5 | $37,208 | 25 | $21,500 | Challenging | $23,585 | High | |
| #6 | $31,441 | 42 | $10,533 | Manageable | $9,563 | 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.
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