Compare 7 Writing, General. programs in Minnesota. Average earnings: $30,624.
With top graduates earning $51,465, Writing, General. stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $20K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
The University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads with Writing, General. graduates earning $51,465, significantly outpacing the $30,624 average across Minnesota's 7 programs. This public institution demonstrates how program-specific factors drive outcomes more than overall school reputation, with earnings that dwarf smaller private competitors.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates borrow $19,500 and face just a 9.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Meanwhile, Augsburg University students face a 39.9% burden despite similar program outcomes, proving that the best choice depends on affordability, not just earnings.
Highest program earnings: $51,465
Strong outcomes with 77% acceptance
9.3% payment burden | Good
23.3% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $51,465 | 212 | $19,500 | Good | $25,729 | Challenging | |
| #2 | Augsburg UniversityPrivate | $31,305 | 12 | $25,347 | High | $17,901 | High |
| #3 | Hamline UniversityPrivate | $31,210 | 22 | $23,770 | High | $22,739 | High |
| #4 | Macalester CollegePrivate | $29,487 | 14 | $23,000 | High | $36,129 | High |
| #5 | University Of St ThomasPrivate | $28,960 | 17 | $23,250 | High | $24,467 | High |
| #6 | $21,508 | 9 | $18,995 | High | $11,398 | High | |
| #7 | Bemidji State UniversityPublic | $20,432 | 5 | $19,750 | High | $12,173 | 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 →
