Compare 13 Knowledge Management. programs in the West. Average earnings: $73,472.
Knowledge Management programs produce graduates earning between $47,390 and $100,891—a $53K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 13 ranked programs in the West, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of California-Irvine's Knowledge Management program leads with graduates earning $100,891, significantly above the regional average of $73,472. The University of Montana follows at $84,533 with 96% acceptance, while Western Washington University delivers $83,219—proving that accessible regional publics can compete with selective institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UC Irvine graduates borrow $15,000 and face just a 2.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.15, graduates can cover their entire student debt with about two months of salary.
Highest program earnings: $100,891
Strong outcomes ($84,533) with 96% acceptance
2.6% payment burden | Excellent
7.2% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $100,891 | 44 | $15,000 | Excellent | $22,665 | Excellent | |
| #2 | $84,533 | 53 | $22,400 | Excellent | $19,000 | Good | |
| #3 | $83,219 | 55 | $18,500 | Excellent | $23,123 | Good | |
| #4 | University Of ArizonaPublic | $81,178 | 172 | $19,620 | Excellent | $30,126 | Manageable |
| #5 | Santa Clara UniversityPrivate | $80,391 | 37 | $19,162 | Excellent | $56,271 | Challenging |
| #6 | University Of IdahoPublic | $73,533 | 22 | $21,982 | Excellent | $21,162 | Manageable |
| #7 | $72,945 | 83 | $21,500 | Excellent | $13,743 | Good | |
| #8 | $71,717 | 135 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,968 | Manageable | |
| #9 | Oregon State UniversityPublic | $67,829 | 89 | $21,221 | Excellent | $28,923 | Manageable |
| #10 | $67,506 | 76 | $19,000 | Excellent | $23,489 | Manageable | |
| #11 | $62,063 | 32 | $19,500 | Excellent | $17,148 | Manageable | |
| #12 | $61,945 | 62 | $18,500 | Excellent | $30,988 | Challenging | |
| #13 | $47,390 | 14 | $18,750 | Good | $12,000 | 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 →
