Compare 5 Grantsmanship. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $50,606.
The highest-earning Grantsmanship program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $45K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Bentley University's Grantsmanship program leads with graduates earning $74,655, well above the $50,606 regional average. But Cuny Bernard M Baruch College proves public programs compete—their graduates earn $62,502 while serving 317 students compared to Bentley's 39-student cohort.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Cuny Bernard M Baruch College graduates borrow $11,512 and face just a 4.0% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $74,655
Strong outcomes ($62,502) with 50% acceptance
4.0% payment burden | Excellent
11.9% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bentley UniversityPrivate | $74,655 | 39 | $25,023 | Excellent | $43,757 | Challenging |
| #2 | $62,502 | 317 | $11,512 | Excellent | $20,000 | Good | |
| #3 | $49,282 | 59 | $25,000 | Manageable | $38,368 | High | |
| #4 | Duquesne UniversityPrivate | $36,907 | 13 | $26,244 | High | $57,511 | High |
| #5 | Chestnut Hill CollegePrivate | $29,685 | 10 | $26,389 | High | $28,000 | 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 →
