Compare 5 Risk Management. programs in Utah. Average earnings: $73,920.
With top graduates earning $96,358, Risk Management stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $24K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Brigham Young University's Risk Management program leads with graduates earning $96,358, significantly above the $73,920 state average. University of Utah follows at $72,856, while Utah Valley University produces graduates earning $71,749—demonstrating that program-specific factors drive these outcomes across Utah's 5 ranked programs.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Brigham Young University graduates borrow $11,069 and face just a 2.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Utah Valley University achieves a 4.1% student burden with $14,750 in debt, proving top programs can remain easily affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Brigham Young UniversityPrivate | $96,358 | 98 | $11,069 | Excellent | $9,699 | Excellent |
| #2 | University Of UtahPublic | $72,856 | 213 | $19,000 | Excellent | $18,886 | Good |
| #3 | Utah Valley UniversityPublic | $71,749 | 290 | $14,750 | Excellent | $9,582 | Excellent |
| #4 | Utah State UniversityPublic | $64,575 | 148 | $14,340 | Excellent | $13,923 | Good |
| #5 | Westminster UniversityPrivate | $64,060 | 24 | $22,250 | Excellent | $25,834 | Manageable |
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 →
