Compare 7 Resort Management. programs in Michigan. Average earnings: $45,262.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Resort Management tells a different story. Across 7 programs, earnings range from $35,686 to $55,987—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Michigan State University's Resort Management program leads with graduates earning $55,987, well above the $45,262 average across Michigan programs. With 228 graduates, MSU demonstrates scale alongside outcomes. Eastern Michigan follows at $52,067, proving that program-level factors drive results more than institutional brand.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Michigan State graduates borrow $23,250 and face a 9.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Eastern Michigan offers the best family value with a 20.6% family burden when parent loans are included, showing the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $55,987 | 228 | $23,250 | Good | $37,401 | High | |
| #2 | $52,067 | 17 | $25,000 | Good | $16,878 | Challenging | |
| #3 | Northwood UniversityPrivate | $49,497 | 6 | $20,842 | Good | $21,265 | Challenging |
| #4 | $45,653 | 103 | $27,000 | Manageable | $23,103 | High | |
| #5 | $40,367 | 106 | $24,500 | Challenging | $26,392 | High | |
| #6 | $37,574 | 9 | $21,474 | Challenging | $17,287 | High | |
| #7 | Ferris State UniversityPublic | $35,686 | 28 | $21,000 | Challenging | $14,849 | 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.
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