Compare 82 Education, General. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $46,515. Top programs: $70,584+.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #76 | Smith CollegePrivate | $31,839 | 18 | $17,550 | High | $30,366 | High |
| #77 | Athens State UniversityPublic | $31,706 | 20 | $18,051 | High | $12,896 | High |
| #78 | Brown UniversityPrivate | $30,409 | 37 | $11,428 | Challenging | $48,245 | High |
| #79 | Lindenwood UniversityPrivate | $30,228 | 30 | $26,000 | High | $18,445 | High |
| #80 | Baker CollegePrivate | $26,353 | 10 | $25,000 | High | $9,540 | High |
| #81 | Keystone CollegePrivate | $22,710 | 5 | $26,000 | High | $25,158 | High |
| #82 | Depauw UniversityPrivate | $22,192 | 13 | $27,000 | High | $35,134 | 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 May 2026 refresh for 2026 rankings, based on Department of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
