Compare 6 Family Systems. programs in Oklahoma. Average earnings: $34,483.
Family Systems programs produce graduates earning between $21,508 and $45,585—a $24K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in Oklahoma, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus leads with graduates earning $45,585, well above the state average of $34,483. The program's 136-student cohort size indicates both scale and demand. Southern Nazarene University follows at $41,533, proving that smaller private institutions can compete with public programs in this field.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Oklahoma State graduates borrow $20,500 and face a 12.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. However, when parent loans are included, Southern Nazarene leads with a 26.3% family burden, demonstrating how the best choice depends on funding source.
Highest program earnings: $45,585
Strong outcomes with 71% acceptance rate
12.2% payment burden | Manageable
26.3% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $45,585 | 136 | $20,500 | Manageable | $38,513 | High | |
| #2 | Southern Nazarene UniversityPrivate | $41,533 | 43 | $21,900 | Manageable | $12,550 | High |
| #3 | $37,336 | 7 | $26,000 | Challenging | $25,235 | High | |
| #4 | $37,289 | 33 | $21,000 | Challenging | $15,191 | High | |
| #5 | $23,649 | 29 | $17,000 | High | $12,095 | High | |
| #6 | Oklahoma Baptist UniversityPrivate | $21,508 | 18 | $24,801 | High | $23,049 | 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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