Compare 14 Geropsychology. programs in the South. Average earnings: $37,529.
With top graduates earning $71,212, Geropsychology stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $35K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide's Geropsychology program leads with graduates earning $71,212, significantly above the $37,529 average across 14 Southern programs. Middle Tennessee State University follows at $50,289, demonstrating how specialized programs at regional universities can deliver strong outcomes regardless of overall institutional rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Embry-Riddle graduates borrow $23,666 and face just a 6.7% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Middle Tennessee State leads with an 18.0% family burden—proof that the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $71,212
Strong outcomes ($71,212) with 62% acceptance
6.7% payment burden | Excellent
18.0% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $71,212 | 36 | $23,666 | Excellent | $43,423 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $50,289 | 31 | $20,000 | Good | $14,229 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $45,959 | 37 | $19,250 | Good | $23,211 | High | |
| #4 | $43,108 | 42 | $27,000 | Challenging | $29,276 | High | |
| #5 | Gardner-Webb UniversityPrivate | $39,990 | 44 | $24,222 | Challenging | $19,524 | High |
| #6 | Clayton State UniversityPublic | $39,356 | 90 | $25,706 | Challenging | $12,973 | High |
| #7 | $38,554 | 26 | $27,000 | Challenging | $20,923 | High | |
| #8 | Toccoa Falls CollegePrivate | $32,238 | 15 | $22,250 | High | $24,651 | High |
| #9 | $30,496 | 48 | $22,142 | High | $25,567 | High | |
| #10 | Oklahoma Baptist UniversityPrivate | $29,879 | 26 | $24,801 | High | $23,049 | High |
| #11 | Belhaven UniversityPrivate | $28,316 | 42 | $26,333 | High | $12,000 | High |
| #12 | Faulkner UniversityPrivate | $26,988 | 28 | $23,000 | High | $14,000 | High |
| #13 | $25,194 | 51 | $26,000 | High | $34,374 | High | |
| #14 | Liberty UniversityPrivate | $23,828 | 17 | $24,500 | High | $16,398 | 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 →
