Compare 7 Environmental Studies. programs in Washington. Average earnings: $39,976.
With top graduates earning $50,224, Environmental Studies stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $10K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Western Washington University's Environmental Studies program leads with graduates earning $50,224, followed closely by University of Washington-Seattle Campus at $49,044. The average across Washington's 7 programs is $39,976, demonstrating significant variation based on program quality rather than institutional brand recognition.
Highest program earnings: $50,224
Strong outcomes with 91% acceptance
7.6% payment burden | Excellent
22.4% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $50,224 | 272 | $18,500 | Good | $23,123 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $49,044 | 202 | $14,615 | Excellent | $24,883 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $44,968 | 7 | $19,500 | Good | $22,000 | High | |
| #4 | Seattle UniversityPrivate | $43,726 | 22 | $19,883 | Manageable | $37,520 | High |
| #5 | $39,671 | 16 | $19,500 | Manageable | $17,148 | High | |
| #6 | Gonzaga UniversityPrivate | $28,763 | 37 | $24,454 | High | $37,652 | High |
| #7 | University Of Puget SoundPrivate | $23,437 | 24 | $25,000 | High | $52,058 | 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 →
