Compare 6 Pre-Veterinary Studies. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $50,247. Top programs: $57,461+.
The highest-earning Pre-Veterinary Studies program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $16K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand. Graduates at the top earn $57K while those at the bottom earn $42K—a difference that compounds significantly over a career.
Topping the list, the University of Massachusetts-Amherst's Pre-Veterinary Studies program delivers $57,461 in median earnings, well above the $50,247 average across all ranked programs. The University of Delaware follows at $55,528—another public institution outperforming by program strength alone. These aren't the most selective schools in the country, yet their pre-vet outcomes lead the field.
Debt burden separates good programs from smart choices. University of Nevada-Reno graduates borrow just $18,922 in student loans and carry an 8.7% payment burden—solidly in the 'Good' affordability tier, with debt on track for standard payoff in under 10 years. UMass-Amherst matches that tier at 8.9%, making both schools standouts for students financing their own education. [Learn how to evaluate programs beyond school prestige →](https://collegeazimuth.com/blog/how-to-evaluate-programs)
Highest program earnings: $57,461
Strong outcomes ($57,461) with 60% acceptance rate
8.7% payment burden | Good – payment 8–12% of discretionary
20.8% family burden | Challenging – payment 18–25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $57,461 | 82 | $22,763 | Good | $26,243 | Challenging | |
| #2 | University Of DelawarePublic | $55,528 | 62 | $24,572 | Good | $43,000 | High |
| #3 | $52,481 | 33 | $18,922 | Good | $26,150 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $47,620 | 60 | $25,000 | Manageable | $38,368 | High | |
| #5 | The University Of FindlayPrivate | $46,798 | 50 | $25,439 | Manageable | $30,702 | High |
| #6 | University Of ArizonaPublic | $41,591 | 80 | $19,620 | Manageable | $30,126 | 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 May 2026 refresh for 2026 rankings, based on Department of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
