Compare 5 Real Estate. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $69,834.
Real Estate programs produce graduates earning between $54,057 and $101,813—a $48K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in the Northeast, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Villanova University's Real Estate program leads with graduates earning $101,813, significantly above the regional average of $69,834. New York University follows at $74,912, while Syracuse University rounds out the top three at $59,396—proving that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school brand.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Villanova graduates borrow $25,874 and face just a 4.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.25, graduates can clear their student loans with about three months of salary while loan payments barely dent their budget.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Villanova UniversityPrivate | $101,813 | 40 | $25,874 | Excellent | $40,000 | Manageable |
| #2 | New York UniversityPrivate | $74,912 | 62 | $20,500 | Excellent | $64,795 | Challenging |
| #3 | Syracuse UniversityPrivate | $59,396 | 34 | $26,000 | Good | $39,841 | High |
| #4 | Temple UniversityPublic | $58,991 | 16 | $24,395 | Good | $36,495 | Challenging |
| #5 | $54,057 | 44 | $11,512 | Excellent | $20,000 | Manageable |
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 →
