Compare 13 Genetics. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $57,144. Top programs: $87,608+.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Genetics tells a different story. Across 13 programs, earnings range from $29,593 to $87,608—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation. The $58K spread between the best and worst programs is a clear signal: where you study genetics matters more than how the school ranks overall.
Topping the list, the University of New Hampshire's Genetics program delivers $87,608 in median earnings—well above the $57,144 average across all 13 programs. Rutgers University-New Brunswick follows closely at $83,484, and UC Davis rounds out the top three at $77,411. These are all public universities, and they're lapping the field.
UC Davis makes the strongest case for debt-conscious students: graduates carry just $13,000 in student debt and face a 3.2% payment burden—firmly in the 'Excellent' tier, meaning loan payments are a trivial slice of post-grad income. For families factoring in parent loans, UC Davis again leads with a 10.7% combined burden, rated 'Good.' [Learn how to evaluate programs beyond school prestige →](https://collegeazimuth.com/blog/how-to-evaluate-programs)
Highest program earnings: $87,608
Strong outcomes ($87,608) with 88% acceptance
3.2% payment burden | Excellent
10.7% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $87,608 | 20 | $26,814 | Excellent | $36,545 | Manageable | |
| #2 | $83,484 | 45 | $21,500 | Excellent | $25,294 | Good | |
| #3 | $77,411 | 108 | $13,000 | Excellent | $25,733 | Good | |
| #4 | $68,402 | 104 | $20,484 | Excellent | $28,364 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $63,767 | 56 | $19,976 | Excellent | $25,868 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $61,751 | 51 | $17,804 | Excellent | $32,258 | Challenging | |
| #7 | $55,404 | 78 | $23,250 | Good | $37,401 | High | |
| #8 | $55,319 | 32 | $20,121 | Good | $23,000 | Challenging | |
| #9 | Iowa State UniversityPublic | $55,037 | 45 | $22,869 | Good | $25,950 | Challenging |
| #10 | $39,052 | 48 | — | — | — | — | |
| #11 | $34,704 | 20 | — | — | — | — | |
| #12 | Clemson UniversityPublic | $31,346 | 46 | — | — | — | — |
| #13 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $29,593 | 62 | — | — | — | — |
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 →
