Compare 5 Pre-Art Therapy. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $58,578.
The highest-earning Pre-Art Therapy. program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $39K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Mcphs University's Pre-Art Therapy. program leads with graduates earning $73,755, followed closely by Drexel University at $70,001. The average across all programs is $58,578, but these top performers demonstrate that specialized health programs often thrive at focused institutions rather than general research universities.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Mcphs University graduates borrow $25,000 and face just a 6.7% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Commonwealth University Of Pennsylvania leads with a 16.5% family burden—still in the manageable range.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mcphs UniversityPrivate | $73,755 | 131 | $25,000 | Excellent | $46,544 | Challenging |
| #2 | Drexel UniversityPrivate | $70,001 | 79 | $25,325 | Excellent | $40,932 | Challenging |
| #3 | $69,236 | 40 | $26,000 | Excellent | $26,233 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Vermont State UniversityPublic | $44,836 | 32 | $15,000 | Good | $14,735 | Challenging |
| #5 | Duquesne UniversityPrivate | $35,060 | 18 | $26,244 | High | $57,511 | 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 →
