Compare 7 Soil Sciences. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $53,393. Top programs: $59,311+.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Soil Sciences tells a different story. Across 7 programs, earnings range from $43,421 to $59,311—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Soil Sciences program leads with graduates earning $59,311, well above the $53,393 average. Colorado State University-Fort Collins follows at $58,257, demonstrating how regional publics compete with more prestigious institutions in specialized fields.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Brigham Young University-Idaho graduates borrow $13,969 and face just a 5.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.24, graduates can pay off student loans with about three months of salary.
Highest program earnings: $59,311
Strong outcomes with 90% acceptance
5.5% payment burden | Excellent
8.9% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $59,311 | 25 | $21,503 | Good | $14,012 | Manageable | |
| #2 | $58,257 | 26 | $20,000 | Excellent | $36,000 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $57,318 | 12 | $13,969 | Excellent | $7,556 | Good | |
| #4 | $54,080 | 22 | $21,543 | Good | $19,500 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $53,927 | 27 | $23,250 | Good | $37,401 | High | |
| #6 | $47,438 | 35 | $20,500 | Good | $30,610 | High | |
| #7 | $43,421 | 14 | $20,500 | Manageable | $38,513 | 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.
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