Compare 7 Pharmacy. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $67,686.
Pharmacy programs produce graduates earning between $28,598 and $114,465—an $86K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 7 ranked programs in the Northeast, outcomes vary dramatically based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
At the top, University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus produces Pharmacy graduates earning $114,465, closely followed by University of Connecticut at $113,478. The $45K gap above the regional average of $67,686 shows how program-specific factors drive outcomes—not overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Connecticut graduates borrow $21,500 and face just a 3.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, proving top programs can also be affordable.
Highest program earnings: $114,465
Strong outcomes with 54% acceptance
3.2% payment burden | Excellent
9.4% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $114,465 | 79 | $24,250 | Excellent | $35,031 | Good | |
| #2 | $113,478 | 87 | $21,500 | Excellent | $35,324 | Good | |
| #3 | $69,846 | 16 | $23,500 | Excellent | $25,362 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Mcphs UniversityPrivate | $63,385 | 294 | $25,000 | Good | $46,544 | High |
| #5 | Duquesne UniversityPrivate | $54,435 | 6 | $26,244 | Good | $57,511 | High |
| #6 | Desales UniversityPrivate | $29,593 | 8 | $25,788 | High | $33,790 | High |
| #7 | $28,598 | 16 | $25,500 | High | $39,900 | 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 →
