Compare 13 Risk Management. programs in Washington. Average earnings: $62,483.
The highest-earning Risk Management program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $24K earnings gap across 13 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Northwest University's Risk Management program leads with graduates earning $71,547, followed closely by Seattle University at $70,134. The average across all programs is $62,483, yet smaller private institutions dominate the top spots—proof that specialized focus often beats general reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Northwest University graduates borrow $20,891 and face just a 5.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Northwest UniversityPrivate | $71,547 | 41 | $20,891 | Excellent | $17,284 | Good |
| #2 | Seattle UniversityPrivate | $70,134 | 60 | $19,883 | Excellent | $37,520 | Challenging |
| #3 | University Of Puget SoundPrivate | $70,059 | 70 | $25,000 | Excellent | $52,058 | Challenging |
| #4 | $68,627 | 155 | $18,500 | Excellent | $23,123 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $67,626 | 215 | $14,615 | Excellent | $24,883 | Manageable | |
| #6 | City University Of SeattlePrivate | $67,095 | 102 | $25,000 | Excellent | $19,040 | Manageable |
| #7 | $63,343 | 187 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,968 | Challenging | |
| #8 | Pacific Lutheran UniversityPrivate | $61,439 | 97 | $22,578 | Excellent | $25,000 | Challenging |
| #9 | $58,830 | 164 | $19,500 | Excellent | $17,148 | Manageable | |
| #10 | $57,774 | 334 | $19,500 | Excellent | $22,000 | Manageable | |
| #11 | Saint Martin's UniversityPrivate | $56,573 | 54 | $22,500 | Good | $22,678 | Challenging |
| #12 | Whitworth UniversityPrivate | $51,924 | 31 | $25,000 | Good | $35,875 | High |
| #13 | Heritage UniversityPrivate | $47,309 | 13 | $14,573 | Good | $18,542 | Challenging |
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 →
