Compare 11 Risk Management. programs in Nebraska. Average earnings: $53,283.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Risk Management tells a different story. Across 11 programs, earnings range from $34,170 to $70,387—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Creighton University's Risk Management program leads with graduates earning $70,387, significantly above the $53,283 average. University of Nebraska at Kearney follows at $60,599, while Union Adventist University reaches $58,921—demonstrating that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Creighton graduates borrow $25,000 and face just a 7.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. University of Nebraska at Kearney offers similar value with a 7.0% student burden and lower $19,500 debt load.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Creighton UniversityPrivate | $70,387 | 43 | $25,000 | Excellent | $31,504 | Manageable |
| #2 | $60,599 | 152 | $19,500 | Excellent | $14,457 | Manageable | |
| #3 | Union Adventist UniversityPrivate | $58,921 | 21 | $27,000 | Good | $28,808 | Challenging |
| #4 | $56,456 | 115 | $19,000 | Excellent | $15,945 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $55,234 | 298 | $21,000 | Good | $25,798 | Challenging | |
| #6 | Peru State CollegePublic | $53,399 | 132 | $21,875 | Good | $13,517 | Manageable |
| #7 | Doane UniversityPrivate | $50,934 | 69 | $25,000 | Manageable | $23,500 | High |
| #8 | Chadron State CollegePublic | $50,314 | 97 | $18,875 | Good | $10,035 | Manageable |
| #9 | Wayne State CollegePublic | $48,169 | 110 | $19,000 | Good | $10,888 | Manageable |
| #10 | Hastings CollegePrivate | $47,525 | 28 | $27,000 | Manageable | $27,500 | High |
| #11 | York UniversityPrivate | $34,170 | 14 | $21,500 | High | $28,703 | 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 →
