Compare 6 Labor Studies. programs in Wisconsin. Average earnings: $58,058.
The highest-earning Labor Studies program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $10K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's Labor Studies program leads with graduates earning $62,039, outperforming the state average of $58,058. Concordia University-Wisconsin follows at $60,257, while UW-Whitewater rounds out the top three at $59,087—demonstrating that program quality varies independently of overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UW-Oshkosh graduates borrow $21,500 and face just a 7.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making it the clear value leader.
Highest program earnings: $62,039
Strong outcomes ($62,039) with 87% acceptance
7.5% payment burden | Excellent
12.9% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $62,039 | 37 | $21,500 | Excellent | $13,500 | Manageable | |
| #2 | $60,257 | 26 | $25,750 | Good | $24,831 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $59,087 | 62 | $23,188 | Good | $18,635 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Marquette UniversityPrivate | $58,898 | 18 | $23,940 | Good | $45,500 | High |
| #5 | $56,583 | 71 | $23,000 | Good | $16,149 | Manageable | |
| #6 | Edgewood CollegePrivate | $51,482 | 8 | $24,424 | Good | $20,000 | 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 →
