Compare 11 Insurance. programs in the South. Average earnings: $63,317.
Insurance programs produce graduates earning between $45,696 and $78,449—a $33K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 11 ranked programs in the South, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Florida State University's Insurance program leads with graduates earning $78,449, well above the regional average of $63,317. University of North Texas follows closely at $77,689, while Georgia State University rounds out the top three at $77,407—proving that strong programs cluster at regional publics, not just prestigious institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Florida State University graduates borrow $18,000 and face just a 4.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.23, graduates can pay off their entire student debt with about 3 months of salary.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Florida State UniversityPublic | $78,449 | 126 | $18,000 | Excellent | $17,000 | Good |
| #2 | $77,689 | 34 | $19,250 | Excellent | $23,211 | Good | |
| #3 | Georgia State UniversityPublic | $77,407 | 43 | $20,903 | Excellent | $14,837 | Good |
| #4 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $76,315 | 245 | $18,500 | Excellent | $20,855 | Good |
| #5 | $73,714 | 122 | $21,500 | Excellent | $31,393 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $64,611 | 78 | $20,231 | Excellent | $21,919 | Manageable | |
| #7 | $51,648 | 40 | $22,500 | Good | $14,685 | Challenging | |
| #8 | $51,482 | 48 | $20,000 | Good | $29,387 | High | |
| #9 | $50,182 | 19 | $21,000 | Good | $15,191 | Challenging | |
| #10 | $49,294 | 29 | $21,500 | Good | $10,174 | Manageable | |
| #11 | $45,696 | 11 | $20,346 | Manageable | $16,180 | 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 →
