Compare 5 Geropsychology. programs in the West. Average earnings: $44,725.
The highest-earning Geropsychology program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $23K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of California-San Diego's Geropsychology program leads with graduates earning $52,252, well above the $44,725 average. Mount Saint Mary's University follows at $49,729, demonstrating that program quality varies independently of overall school rankings across the West.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UC San Diego graduates borrow $15,500 and face just a 7.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $52,252
Strong outcomes with 69% acceptance
7.2% payment burden | Excellent
20.1% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $52,252 | 121 | $15,500 | Excellent | $24,257 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $49,729 | 43 | $25,949 | Manageable | $23,250 | High | |
| #3 | $47,260 | 73 | $14,615 | Good | $24,883 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $44,697 | 36 | $22,500 | Manageable | $22,978 | High | |
| #5 | $29,685 | 11 | $18,209 | High | $10,259 | 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 →
