Compare 6 Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. programs in the Northeast. Average earnings: $34,780.
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management programs produce graduates earning between $25,774 and $38,983—a $13K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in the Northeast, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of New Hampshire leads with graduates earning $38,983, followed closely by University of Rhode Island at $38,745. The regional nature of this field shows—state universities dominate the rankings, with program-specific strengths mattering more than overall school prestige. The average across all programs is $34,780.
Earnings tell only part of the story—debt burden reveals the real cost. University of Rhode Island graduates face an 18.9% payment burden with $22,250 in student debt, the lowest among ranked programs. All three top programs fall into the 'Challenging' affordability tier, where loan payments consume nearly a quarter of discretionary income.
Highest program earnings: $38,983
Strong outcomes with 87% acceptance
18.9% payment burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
46.2% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $38,983 | 32 | $26,814 | Challenging | $36,545 | High | |
| #2 | $38,745 | 44 | $22,250 | Challenging | $28,000 | High | |
| #3 | University Of MainePublic | $37,074 | 35 | $25,000 | Challenging | $21,900 | High |
| #4 | Delaware Valley UniversityPrivate | $36,006 | 31 | $25,000 | High | $52,335 | High |
| #5 | $32,096 | 41 | $25,000 | High | $30,473 | High | |
| #6 | $25,774 | 20 | $22,750 | High | $39,759 | 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 →
