Compare 7 Insurance. programs in the Midwest. Average earnings: $66,792.
With top graduates earning $96,327, Insurance stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $29K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison leads with Insurance graduates earning $96,327, well above the $66,792 average across seven Midwest programs. Illinois State University follows at $72,258, demonstrating how regional publics compete effectively in specialized fields regardless of overall institutional rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Wisconsin graduates borrow $20,484 and face just a 3.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making the top program also the most affordable.
Highest program earnings: $96,327
Strong outcomes ($72,258) with 89% acceptance
3.8% payment burden | Excellent
9.9% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $96,327 | 137 | $20,484 | Excellent | $28,364 | Good | |
| #2 | $72,258 | 71 | $20,482 | Excellent | $28,767 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $66,477 | 21 | $21,992 | Excellent | $15,092 | Manageable | |
| #4 | The University Of OlivetPrivate | $63,422 | 18 | $27,000 | Good | $23,700 | Challenging |
| #5 | Butler UniversityPrivate | $62,727 | 27 | $26,000 | Good | $52,434 | High |
| #6 | Indiana State UniversityPublic | $57,719 | 18 | $24,000 | Good | $17,049 | Manageable |
| #7 | Ball State UniversityPublic | $48,615 | 22 | $23,250 | Manageable | $20,800 | Challenging |
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 →
