Compare 13 Risk Management. programs in Kentucky. Average earnings: $48,293.
With top graduates earning $67,117, Risk Management stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $19K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Asbury University's Risk Management program leads with graduates earning $67,117, well above the state average of $48,293. Thomas More University follows at $64,305, while Eastern Kentucky University delivers $55,383. This variation demonstrates that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Asbury University graduates borrow $24,028 and face just a 7.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making strong outcomes truly affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Asbury UniversityPrivate | $67,117 | 57 | $24,028 | Excellent | $21,858 | Manageable |
| #2 | Thomas More UniversityPrivate | $64,305 | 84 | $26,236 | Good | $21,436 | Manageable |
| #3 | $55,383 | 64 | $22,500 | Good | $14,685 | Manageable | |
| #4 | $54,581 | 306 | $23,000 | Good | $14,877 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $49,720 | 40 | $22,250 | Good | $10,050 | Manageable | |
| #6 | Murray State UniversityPublic | $49,370 | 35 | $20,500 | Good | $18,465 | Challenging |
| #7 | $47,395 | 234 | $22,095 | Manageable | $18,310 | Challenging | |
| #8 | Lindsey Wilson CollegePrivate | $45,474 | 40 | $16,784 | Good | $12,000 | Challenging |
| #9 | $45,272 | 28 | $22,250 | Manageable | $18,540 | High | |
| #10 | Bellarmine UniversityPrivate | $41,061 | 42 | $25,000 | Challenging | $23,000 | High |
| #11 | University Of PikevillePrivate | $36,988 | 38 | $20,679 | Challenging | $15,610 | High |
| #12 | Union CollegePrivate | $35,875 | 41 | $24,250 | High | $19,450 | High |
| #13 | University Of LouisvillePublic | $35,274 | 15 | $20,500 | Challenging | $20,717 | 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 →
