Compare 11 Risk Management. programs in Oregon. Average earnings: $58,585.
Risk Management programs produce graduates earning between $43,512 and $74,963—a $31K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 11 ranked programs in Oregon, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
George Fox University's Risk Management program leads with graduates earning $74,963, well above the state average of $58,585. Portland State University follows at $64,643, while Oregon State University reaches $63,726—proving that smaller private programs can outperform larger public ones when evaluated by actual outcomes.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. George Fox graduates borrow $24,250 and face just a 6.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Portland State leads with a 13.7% family burden, making it the most affordable path when total family debt is considered.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | George Fox UniversityPrivate | $74,963 | 83 | $24,250 | Excellent | $33,547 | Manageable |
| #2 | $64,643 | 339 | $20,500 | Excellent | $18,859 | Manageable | |
| #3 | Oregon State UniversityPublic | $63,726 | 406 | $21,221 | Excellent | $28,923 | Challenging |
| #4 | $63,726 | 16 | $21,221 | Excellent | $28,923 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Warner Pacific UniversityPrivate | $62,431 | 59 | $25,000 | Good | $17,588 | Manageable |
| #6 | $57,957 | 161 | $20,332 | Excellent | $21,279 | Manageable | |
| #7 | $57,698 | 11 | $22,500 | Good | $22,978 | Challenging | |
| #8 | Pacific UniversityPrivate | $54,802 | 51 | $23,223 | Good | $33,960 | High |
| #9 | Corban UniversityPrivate | $51,660 | 49 | $22,625 | Good | $23,793 | Challenging |
| #10 | $49,318 | 175 | $20,500 | Good | $15,500 | Challenging | |
| #11 | Linfield UniversityPrivate | $43,512 | 27 | $25,000 | Manageable | $36,067 | 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 →
