Compare 6 Risk Management. programs in Hawaii. Average earnings: $51,248.
The highest-earning Risk Management program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $17K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Brigham Young University-Hawaii's Risk Management program leads with graduates earning $58,000, followed closely by Chaminade University at $57K. The state average of $51K shows how individual programs can exceed broader expectations, with BYU-Hawaii demonstrating that specialized focus trumps general reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Brigham Young University-Hawaii graduates borrow $9,400 and face just a 3.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making it the clear value leader.
Highest program earnings: $57,999
Strong outcomes with 93% acceptance
3.6% payment burden | Excellent
7.8% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $57,999 | 22 | $9,413 | Excellent | $9,316 | Excellent | |
| #2 | $56,920 | 37 | $23,250 | Good | $31,749 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $53,174 | 88 | $18,500 | Good | $30,988 | Challenging | |
| #4 | Hawaii Pacific UniversityPrivate | $51,468 | 140 | $22,000 | Good | $29,362 | High |
| #5 | $47,226 | 290 | $14,500 | Good | $13,507 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $40,698 | 49 | $20,500 | Manageable | $20,688 | 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 →
