Compare 6 Landscape Architecture. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $56,236.
Landscape Architecture programs produce graduates earning between $48,745 and $70,038—a $21K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in the Northeast, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus's Landscape Architecture program leads with graduates earning $70,038. The average across all programs is $56,236, yet Penn State's dominance shows how program-level factors drive outcomes. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry follows at $59,903, proving regional publics compete effectively.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry graduates borrow $11,000 and face just a 4.0% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income compared to other options.
Highest program earnings: $70,038
Strong outcomes with 80% acceptance
4.0% payment burden | Excellent
8.9% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $70,038 | 32 | $25,000 | Excellent | $38,368 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $59,903 | 17 | $11,000 | Excellent | $11,551 | Good | |
| #3 | $54,744 | 13 | $22,250 | Good | $28,000 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $52,107 | 25 | $21,500 | Good | $25,294 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Temple UniversityPublic | $51,876 | 5 | $24,395 | Good | $36,495 | High |
| #6 | $48,745 | 17 | $22,763 | Good | $26,243 | 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 →
