Compare 6 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General. programs in the Midwest. Average earnings: $40,247.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General tells a different story. Across 6 programs, earnings range from $29,539 to $45,159—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Illinois State University's Family and Consumer Sciences program leads with graduates earning $45,159, well above the $40,247 average. Iowa State follows closely at $44,662, while Minnesota State University-Mankato reaches $42,921. These regional publics demonstrate that program excellence exists beyond prestigious names.
Highest program earnings: $45,159
Strong outcomes with 89% acceptance
12.4% payment burden | Manageable
24.8% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $45,159 | 22 | $20,482 | Manageable | $28,767 | High | |
| #2 | Iowa State UniversityPublic | $44,662 | 21 | $22,869 | Manageable | $25,950 | High |
| #3 | $42,921 | 60 | $21,106 | Manageable | $13,695 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $39,641 | 68 | $21,500 | Manageable | $15,000 | High | |
| #5 | $39,560 | 64 | $21,500 | Manageable | $17,781 | High | |
| #6 | $29,539 | 28 | $18,969 | High | $10,000 | 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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