Compare 8 Risk Management. programs in Maine. Average earnings: $47,979.
With top graduates earning $58,478, Risk Management stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $11K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Thomas College's Risk Management program leads with graduates earning $58,478, significantly above the state average of $47,979. Husson University follows at $54,116, while University of Maine graduates earn $53,668. This $29K spread between the top and bottom programs demonstrates how program-specific factors drive outcomes more than overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Southern Maine graduates borrow $19,060 and face just an 8.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Thomas College offers the strongest combination of earnings and manageable debt, with students achieving a 0.41 debt-to-earnings ratio and loan payments taking only 9.3% of discretionary income.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Thomas CollegePrivate | $58,478 | 26 | $24,250 | Good | $16,109 | Manageable |
| #2 | Husson UniversityPrivate | $54,116 | 70 | $27,000 | Good | $20,075 | Challenging |
| #3 | University Of MainePublic | $53,668 | 133 | $25,000 | Good | $21,900 | Challenging |
| #4 | $53,243 | 121 | $19,060 | Good | $17,050 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $48,012 | 17 | $27,000 | Manageable | $25,900 | High | |
| #6 | $44,392 | 30 | $22,734 | Manageable | $8,950 | Challenging | |
| #7 | University Of New EnglandPrivate | $42,235 | 15 | $25,250 | Manageable | $29,675 | High |
| #8 | $29,685 | 20 | $24,499 | High | $14,745 | 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 →
