Compare 6 Knowledge Management. programs in Pennsylvania. Average earnings: $69,251.
With top graduates earning $86,476, Knowledge Management stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $17K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Drexel University's Knowledge Management program leads with graduates earning $86,476, well above the $69,251 average across Pennsylvania's 6 programs. Penn State follows at $81,475, while Pitt delivers $69,773—demonstrating that program outcomes vary significantly even among well-regarded institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Drexel graduates borrow $25,325 and face just a 5.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making the strong earnings even more valuable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Drexel UniversityPrivate | $86,476 | 58 | $25,325 | Excellent | $40,932 | Manageable |
| #2 | $81,475 | 111 | $25,000 | Excellent | $38,368 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $69,773 | 9 | $24,250 | Excellent | $35,031 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $69,621 | 33 | $25,000 | Excellent | $28,373 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $63,223 | 32 | $26,798 | Good | $26,073 | Challenging | |
| #6 | York College Of PennsylvaniaPrivate | $44,936 | 13 | $26,000 | Manageable | $33,999 | 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 →
