Compare 11 Hindu Studies. programs in the Midwest. Average earnings: $30,977.
The highest-earning Hindu Studies program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $22K earnings gap across 11 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of St Thomas's Hindu Studies program leads with graduates earning $42,622, compared to the $31,000 average across Midwest programs. Luther College follows at $40,208, while University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee rounds out the top three at $36,924—demonstrating that outcomes vary significantly by program, not school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of St Thomas graduates borrow $23,250 and face a 15.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. However, when parent loans are included, all top programs show concerning family debt burdens exceeding 35% of discretionary income.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of St ThomasPrivate | $42,622 | 37 | $23,250 | Manageable | $24,467 | High |
| #2 | Luther CollegePrivate | $40,208 | 7 | $27,000 | Challenging | $40,923 | High |
| #3 | $36,924 | 18 | $23,000 | Challenging | $16,149 | High | |
| #4 | St Olaf CollegePrivate | $36,329 | 15 | $26,000 | High | $40,568 | High |
| #5 | University Of IowaPublic | $32,569 | 7 | $22,500 | High | $27,975 | High |
| #6 | $31,127 | 12 | $19,509 | High | $32,850 | High | |
| #7 | Wabash CollegePrivate | $26,455 | 15 | $27,000 | High | $28,000 | High |
| #8 | $26,353 | 6 | $19,691 | High | $17,670 | High | |
| #9 | Hope CollegePrivate | $25,208 | 11 | $26,800 | High | $48,059 | High |
| #10 | $22,133 | 19 | $21,992 | High | $15,092 | High | |
| #11 | $20,824 | 10 | $20,484 | High | $28,364 | 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 →
