Compare 16 Marketing. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $54,614.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Marketing tells a different story. Across 16 programs in Indiana, earnings range from $39,369 to $73,166—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of Notre Dame's Marketing program leads with graduates earning $73,166, well above the state average of $54,614. But Notre Dame's dominance illustrates the broader point: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand, with the top program outearning the lowest by $34K.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Notre Dame graduates borrow $19,000 and face just a 5.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making the program both high-earning and affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of Notre DamePrivate | $73,166 | 69 | $19,000 | Excellent | $40,731 | Manageable |
| #2 | Trine UniversityPrivate | $63,152 | 12 | $25,000 | Good | $32,897 | Challenging |
| #3 | Butler UniversityPrivate | $61,624 | 113 | $26,000 | Good | $52,434 | High |
| #4 | University Of IndianapolisPrivate | $60,775 | 35 | $26,864 | Good | $23,490 | Challenging |
| #5 | Marian UniversityPrivate | $59,838 | 20 | $27,000 | Good | $24,800 | Challenging |
| #6 | $56,668 | 104 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,448 | Challenging | |
| #7 | Valparaiso UniversityPrivate | $56,549 | 27 | $26,942 | Good | $28,500 | Challenging |
| #8 | $56,185 | 50 | $20,105 | Good | $13,626 | Manageable | |
| #9 | Ball State UniversityPublic | $55,837 | 124 | $23,250 | Good | $20,800 | Challenging |
| #10 | $54,637 | 54 | $24,250 | Good | $12,987 | Manageable | |
| #11 | Indiana State UniversityPublic | $51,935 | 49 | $24,000 | Good | $17,049 | Challenging |
| #12 | Taylor UniversityPrivate | $51,122 | 18 | $20,500 | Good | $45,174 | High |
| #13 | $45,826 | 21 | $19,500 | Good | $31,412 | High | |
| #14 | Anderson UniversityPrivate | $45,192 | 15 | $27,000 | Manageable | $29,048 | High |
| #15 | $41,942 | 63 | $21,229 | Manageable | $14,984 | High | |
| #16 | Manchester UniversityPrivate | $39,369 | 17 | $26,854 | Challenging | $30,398 | 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 →
