Compare 16 Hindu Studies. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $29,102.
The highest-earning Hindu Studies program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $65K earnings gap across 16 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Fordham University's Hindu Studies program leads with graduates earning $75,263—significantly above the $29,102 average across all programs. Yeshivas Be'er Yitzchok follows at $61,244, while Jewish Theological Seminary produces graduates earning $51,482, demonstrating how specialized institutions compete effectively in this field.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Fordham graduates borrow $24,300 and face just a 6.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making strong outcomes truly affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Fordham UniversityPrivate | $75,263 | 35 | $24,300 | Excellent | $37,095 | Manageable |
| #2 | Yeshivas Be'er YitzchokPrivate | $61,244 | 13 | — | — | — | — |
| #3 | $51,482 | 37 | — | — | — | — | |
| #4 | Cairn University-LanghornePrivate | $42,600 | 5 | $26,926 | Challenging | $20,393 | High |
| #5 | $38,574 | 6 | $21,500 | Challenging | $0 | Challenging | |
| #6 | $27,913 | 9 | — | — | — | — | |
| #7 | Uta Mesivta Of Kiryas JoelPrivate | $26,465 | 359 | — | — | — | — |
| #8 | $18,546 | 33 | — | — | — | — | |
| #9 | United Talmudical SeminaryPrivate | $18,124 | 333 | — | — | — | — |
| #10 | Yeshiva Of Machzikai HadasPrivate | $17,760 | 137 | — | — | — | — |
| #11 | Talmudical Seminary Of BobovPrivate | $16,923 | 80 | — | — | — | — |
| #12 | $16,081 | 56 | — | — | — | — | |
| #13 | $15,903 | 57 | — | — | — | — | |
| #14 | $15,643 | 113 | — | — | — | — | |
| #15 | $12,961 | 14 | — | — | — | — | |
| #16 | $10,153 | 81 | — | — | — | — |
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 →
