Compare 16 Virology. programs in the South. Average earnings: $43,757.
Virology programs produce graduates earning between $21,234 and $57,100—a $36K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 16 ranked programs in the South, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Texas Tech University's Virology program leads with graduates earning $57,100, well above the regional average of $43,757. Clemson University follows at $55,165, while University of South Florida delivers $52,436—proving that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of South Florida graduates borrow $17,988 and face just an 8.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Texas Tech achieves similar affordability at 8.5% burden despite higher borrowing, making both programs financially manageable for graduates.
Highest program earnings: $57,100
Strong outcomes ($57,100) with 71% acceptance
8.3% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
15.4% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Texas Tech UniversityPublic | $57,100 | 78 | $21,500 | Good | $23,443 | Challenging |
| #2 | Clemson UniversityPublic | $55,165 | 57 | $21,500 | Good | $35,463 | High |
| #3 | $52,436 | 28 | $17,988 | Good | $15,541 | Manageable | |
| #4 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $51,416 | 35 | $18,500 | Good | $20,855 | Challenging |
| #5 | $51,217 | 44 | $20,654 | Good | $31,890 | High | |
| #6 | $50,757 | 23 | $17,527 | Good | $12,313 | Manageable | |
| #7 | $47,260 | 48 | $20,121 | Good | $23,000 | High | |
| #8 | $47,183 | 20 | $18,000 | Good | $11,916 | Manageable | |
| #9 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $45,793 | 72 | $21,000 | Manageable | $22,500 | High |
| #10 | University Of FloridaPublic | $43,355 | 210 | $15,000 | Good | $18,837 | Challenging |
| #11 | $39,369 | 14 | $17,804 | Manageable | $32,258 | High | |
| #12 | $38,289 | 31 | $21,500 | Challenging | $35,325 | High | |
| #13 | $37,748 | 74 | $20,500 | Challenging | $38,513 | High | |
| #14 | Auburn UniversityPublic | $35,569 | 39 | $21,000 | Challenging | $43,605 | High |
| #15 | $26,218 | 43 | $20,500 | High | $13,859 | High | |
| #16 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $21,234 | 38 | $17,500 | High | $37,267 | 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 →
