Compare 17 Sports Studies. programs in Georgia. Average earnings: $42,141.
Sports Studies programs produce graduates earning between $26,158 and $54,482—a $28K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 17 ranked programs in Georgia, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Georgia's Sports Studies program leads with graduates earning $54,482, well above the state average of $42,141. Close behind, Lagrange College produces graduates earning $53,191, while Emory University rounds out the top three at $52,404—showing that strong programs exist beyond traditional athletic powerhouses.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Georgia graduates borrow $18,500 and face just a 7.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Lagrange College offers similarly strong value with an 11.5% burden rated 'Good,' proving that top Sports Studies programs can deliver both outcomes and affordability.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $54,482 | 270 | $18,500 | Excellent | $20,855 | Challenging |
| #2 | Lagrange CollegePrivate | $53,191 | 15 | $25,730 | Good | $18,710 | Challenging |
| #3 | Emory UniversityPrivate | $52,404 | 76 | $18,250 | Good | $30,480 | Challenging |
| #4 | $51,716 | 286 | $23,250 | Good | $16,000 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $49,024 | 124 | $22,250 | Good | $15,753 | Challenging | |
| #6 | Shorter UniversityPrivate | $45,143 | 19 | $25,000 | Manageable | $16,793 | High |
| #7 | $44,226 | 201 | $23,833 | Manageable | $19,000 | High | |
| #8 | $43,823 | 48 | $24,779 | Manageable | $19,136 | High | |
| #9 | Emmanuel UniversityPrivate | $43,121 | 22 | $24,325 | Manageable | $30,973 | High |
| #10 | $41,431 | 55 | $26,000 | Challenging | $13,815 | High | |
| #11 | Berry CollegePrivate | $40,513 | 30 | $23,250 | Manageable | $29,771 | High |
| #12 | $36,740 | 134 | $17,750 | Manageable | $12,100 | High | |
| #13 | Augusta UniversityPublic | $35,745 | 71 | $20,500 | Challenging | $15,568 | High |
| #14 | Clayton State UniversityPublic | $34,079 | 10 | $25,706 | High | $12,973 | High |
| #15 | $32,709 | 22 | $18,851 | High | $9,000 | High | |
| #16 | Reinhardt UniversityPrivate | $31,900 | 35 | $23,900 | High | $25,000 | High |
| #17 | Morehouse CollegePrivate | $26,158 | 19 | $25,000 | High | $87,329 | 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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