Compare 6 Pre-Veterinary Studies. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $51,974. Top programs: $89,862+.
The highest-earning Pre-Veterinary Studies program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $57K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst's Pre-Veterinary Studies program leads with graduates earning $89,862—well above the $52K average. University of Delaware follows at $75,647, while University of Arizona trails at $41,707. This $48K gap between top performers shows program choice matters more than school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UMass-Amherst graduates borrow $22,763 and face just a 4.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.25.
Highest program earnings: $89,862
Strong outcomes with 58% acceptance
4.6% payment burden | Excellent
10.8% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $89,862 | 68 | $22,763 | Excellent | $26,243 | Good | |
| #2 | University Of DelawarePublic | $75,647 | 63 | $24,572 | Excellent | $43,000 | Challenging |
| #3 | University Of ArizonaPublic | $41,707 | 65 | $19,620 | Manageable | $30,126 | High |
| #4 | The University Of FindlayPrivate | $36,608 | 74 | $25,439 | Challenging | $30,702 | High |
| #5 | $35,455 | 69 | $25,000 | High | $38,368 | High | |
| #6 | $32,563 | 25 | $18,922 | High | $26,150 | 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 →
