Compare 6 Family Systems. programs in New York. Average earnings: $43,267.
The highest-earning Family Systems program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $40K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Cornell's Family Systems program leads with graduates earning $61,634, well above the $43,267 average. But the real story is accessibility—Binghamton University follows at $44,767 with 38% acceptance versus Cornell's 8%, proving regional publics compete at the highest levels.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Cornell graduates borrow $14,000 and face just a 4.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Cornell UniversityPrivate | $61,634 | 69 | $14,000 | Excellent | $38,000 | Challenging |
| #2 | Binghamton UniversityPublic | $44,767 | 144 | $18,500 | Good | $27,270 | High |
| #3 | Suny OneontaPublic | $44,711 | 40 | $19,812 | Manageable | $24,845 | High |
| #4 | Syracuse UniversityPrivate | $44,252 | 52 | $26,000 | Manageable | $39,841 | High |
| #5 | $42,440 | 23 | $21,196 | Manageable | $19,010 | High | |
| #6 | $21,796 | 17 | $22,000 | High | $26,471 | 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 →
