Top Ranked Programs
Anna Maria College's program mix centers on Security & Protective Services, a focus that shapes the institution's academic identity and career outcomes. The largest programs by enrollment are Fire Protection with 67 graduates, followed by Nursing with 39 graduates, Criminal Justice with 37 graduates, Business Administration with 37 graduates, and Psychology, General with 16 graduates. Across 0 ranked programs serving roughly 273 students annually, several deliver strong four-year earnings outcomes aligned with the institution's professional and applied focus. The highest-earning programs at Anna Maria College reflect the institution's strength in career-oriented fields. Fire Protection graduates earn median earnings of $110,044 four years after enrollment with 67 graduates, while Nursing graduates earn $88,554 with 39 graduates. Criminal Justice delivers median earnings of $76,013 for 37 graduates, and Social Work graduates earn $61,652 with 16 graduates. These programs represent direct-to-workforce pathways where four-year earnings reflect immediate labor-market outcomes in fields with stable employer demand. Anna Maria College's program portfolio emphasizes applied professional preparation in Business (representing 15% of graduates), Education (representing 2% of graduates), and Social Sciences (representing 2% of graduates). This concentration in career-focused disciplines aligns with the institution's mission as a private nonprofit serving students who prioritize clear pathways to employment. The [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) provides context for how these program families align with labor-market demand and wage-growth trends in professional and protective-services sectors.