Compare 5 Insurance. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $73,061.
With top graduates earning $85,642, Insurance stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $12K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
St. John's University-New York's Insurance program leads with graduates earning $85,642, well above the $73,061 average across 5 Northeast programs. Temple University follows at $78,623, demonstrating that strong outcomes aren't limited to the most selective institutions—both programs prove regional strength in specialized fields.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. St. John's graduates borrow $25,000 and face just a 5.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, Temple leads with a 16.2% family burden compared to St. John's 19.0%, showing the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $85,642 | 58 | $25,000 | Excellent | $54,289 | Challenging | |
| #2 | Temple UniversityPublic | $78,623 | 161 | $24,395 | Excellent | $36,495 | Manageable |
| #3 | Saint Joseph's UniversityPrivate | $78,262 | 82 | $25,500 | Excellent | $42,436 | Challenging |
| #4 | University Of HartfordPrivate | $65,461 | 11 | $27,000 | Good | $44,000 | Challenging |
| #5 | $57,318 | 8 | $20,880 | Good | $19,416 | Manageable |
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 →
