Compare 6 Pharmacy. programs in the Midwest. Average earnings: $76,965.
Pharmacy programs produce graduates earning between $41,565 and $129,963—an $88K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in the Midwest, outcomes vary dramatically based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Kansas's Pharmacy program leads with graduates earning $129,963, followed closely by North Dakota State University-Main Campus at $123,115. The average across all programs is $76,965, yet these state universities outperform expectations—proof that regional publics can dominate specialized fields like pharmacy.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Kansas graduates borrow $21,000 and face just a 2.7% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. North Dakota State achieves an even lower 5.5% family burden when parent loans are included, proving that top programs can also be affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of KansasPublic | $129,963 | 126 | $21,000 | Excellent | $32,347 | Excellent |
| #2 | $123,115 | 135 | $23,199 | Excellent | $14,621 | Excellent | |
| #3 | Ohio Northern UniversityPrivate | $60,748 | 10 | $27,000 | Good | $32,246 | Challenging |
| #4 | University Of ToledoPublic | $54,092 | 124 | $22,250 | Good | $19,243 | Challenging |
| #5 | $52,308 | 129 | $19,976 | Good | $25,868 | Challenging | |
| #6 | $41,565 | 39 | $19,500 | Manageable | $29,448 | 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.
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