Compare 11 Economics. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $67,550.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Economics tells a different story. Across 11 programs in Indiana, earnings range from $40,485 to $100,568—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of Notre Dame's Economics program leads with graduates earning $100,568, nearly double the state average of $67,550. DePauw University follows at $87,437, while Indiana University-Bloomington delivers $74,866—proof that program-level factors drive outcomes across different institutional types.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Notre Dame graduates borrow $19,000 and face just a 3.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making top performance surprisingly affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of Notre DamePrivate | $100,568 | 243 | $19,000 | Excellent | $40,731 | Good |
| #2 | Depauw UniversityPrivate | $87,437 | 63 | $27,000 | Excellent | $35,134 | Manageable |
| #3 | $74,866 | 133 | $19,509 | Excellent | $32,850 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Hanover CollegePrivate | $65,657 | 16 | $25,250 | Good | $41,531 | Challenging |
| #5 | $65,456 | 107 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,448 | Manageable | |
| #6 | Butler UniversityPrivate | $65,104 | 15 | $26,000 | Good | $52,434 | High |
| #7 | Wabash CollegePrivate | $64,767 | 22 | $27,000 | Good | $28,000 | Challenging |
| #8 | Valparaiso UniversityPrivate | $62,147 | 11 | $26,942 | Good | $28,500 | Challenging |
| #9 | $59,781 | 24 | $20,000 | Excellent | $17,205 | Manageable | |
| #10 | Ball State UniversityPublic | $56,782 | 44 | $23,250 | Good | $20,800 | Challenging |
| #11 | $40,485 | 18 | $20,105 | Manageable | $13,626 | 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 →
