Compare 9 Geospatial Intelligence. programs in the Midwest. Average earnings: $43,016.
The highest-earning Geospatial Intelligence program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $18K earnings gap across 9 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Indiana University-Indianapolis's Geospatial Intelligence program leads with graduates earning $53,479. The average across all programs is $43,016, yet this regional public outperforms the field while maintaining 81% acceptance—proof that accessible programs can deliver superior outcomes.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Indiana University-Indianapolis graduates borrow $20,000 and face just an 8.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. That means loan payments take a manageable bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $53,479
Strong outcomes with 81% acceptance
8.9% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
17.6% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $53,479 | 30 | $20,000 | Good | $17,205 | Manageable | |
| #2 | $48,278 | 18 | $21,000 | Good | $25,798 | High | |
| #3 | $46,794 | 63 | $21,977 | Manageable | $15,000 | Challenging | |
| #4 | Miami University-OxfordPublic | $43,918 | 22 | $23,000 | Manageable | $34,512 | High |
| #5 | $43,798 | 11 | $24,000 | Manageable | $16,900 | High | |
| #6 | Washburn UniversityPublic | $39,252 | 26 | $18,127 | Manageable | $13,741 | High |
| #7 | Tiffin UniversityPrivate | $38,994 | 46 | $27,000 | Challenging | $19,462 | High |
| #8 | $37,568 | 24 | $22,057 | Challenging | $14,269 | High | |
| #9 | Loyola University ChicagoPrivate | $35,060 | 21 | $24,157 | High | $54,045 | 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 →
