Compare 7 Marketing. programs in Connecticut. Average earnings: $63,604.
The highest-earning Marketing program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $23K earnings gap across 7 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Fairfield University's Marketing program leads with graduates earning $75,350, closely followed by University of Connecticut at $74,369. The average across all Connecticut programs is $63,604, but this $23K spread between top and bottom performers shows why program evaluation trumps school prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Connecticut graduates borrow $21,500 and face just a 5.7% 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.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Fairfield UniversityPrivate | $75,350 | 117 | $26,000 | Excellent | $50,500 | Challenging |
| #2 | $74,369 | 103 | $21,500 | Excellent | $35,324 | Manageable | |
| #3 | Sacred Heart UniversityPrivate | $64,103 | 131 | $25,000 | Good | $45,486 | High |
| #4 | University Of New HavenPrivate | $63,304 | 15 | $27,000 | Good | $54,414 | High |
| #5 | $58,801 | 37 | $24,147 | Good | $19,000 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $57,241 | 78 | $22,300 | Good | $19,642 | Manageable | |
| #7 | Quinnipiac UniversityPrivate | $52,059 | 111 | $26,000 | Manageable | $64,334 | 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 →
