Compare 15 Marketing. programs in Minnesota. Average earnings: $57,597.
Marketing programs produce graduates earning between $42,682 and $76,482—a $34K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 15 ranked programs in Minnesota, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads with graduates earning $76,482, well above the state average of $57,597. The flagship dominates not through prestige alone but program strength—its 188-student cohort produces consistently strong outcomes. University of St Thomas follows at $66,692, while Hamline University rounds out the top three at $64,425.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates borrow $19,500 and face just a 5.0% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Minnesota State University-Mankato leads with a 12.3% family burden, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $76,482
Strong outcomes with 77% acceptance
5.0% payment burden | Excellent
12.3% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $76,482 | 188 | $19,500 | Excellent | $25,729 | Manageable | |
| #2 | University Of St ThomasPrivate | $66,692 | 117 | $23,250 | Excellent | $24,467 | Manageable |
| #3 | Hamline UniversityPrivate | $64,425 | 23 | $23,770 | Excellent | $22,739 | Manageable |
| #4 | $63,775 | 96 | $21,106 | Excellent | $13,695 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $63,722 | 152 | $22,024 | Excellent | $22,127 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $59,070 | 16 | $21,500 | Good | $14,676 | Manageable | |
| #7 | Augsburg UniversityPrivate | $58,652 | 41 | $25,347 | Good | $17,901 | Manageable |
| #8 | $57,161 | 32 | $17,832 | Excellent | $15,277 | Manageable | |
| #9 | $56,662 | 57 | $21,058 | Good | $11,598 | Manageable | |
| #10 | Winona State UniversityPublic | $54,778 | 66 | $21,500 | Good | $19,316 | Challenging |
| #11 | $52,354 | 21 | $20,000 | Good | $16,000 | Manageable | |
| #12 | $50,032 | 20 | $20,500 | Good | $11,750 | Manageable | |
| #13 | North Central UniversityPrivate | $49,715 | 13 | $23,200 | Good | $17,452 | Challenging |
| #14 | $47,748 | 16 | $21,325 | Good | $28,694 | High | |
| #15 | $42,682 | 14 | $20,500 | Manageable | $11,092 | 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 →
