What colleges do the highest earning graduates come from?

Hey everyone! As a junior trying to figure out the college process, I've been trying to pick colleges that seem to set their graduates up for financial success. Does anyone know which colleges' graduates typically have the highest earnings?

Sure, I can help identify a few. It's important to note, though, that your financial success after college can depend on a number of factors, including the specific degree you earn, the industry you join, and so on.

That being said, according to data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, some universities that are associated with high post-graduation salaries include the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Stanford University, and Harvard University. Graduates from these three schools typically make well into the six-figure range per year about ten years after entering school.

Pre-professional schools also tend to produce high-earning graduates. For example, the University of Pennsylvania (particularly the Wharton School of Business) is known for sending many of their graduates onto lucrative careers on Wall Street.

A few other institutions that are associated with high earning graduates include California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Princeton University, and Georgetown University. Moreover, specialized technical institutions such as the SUNY Maritime College or the Colorado School of Mines also have alumni with high average earnings, given that they typically provide education in high-demand sectors like engineering or maritime business.

Remember, while financial success is important, choosing the right college should also involve considering its fit with your academic and personal interests. It does not necessarily have to be these prestigious schools, as you can achieve success from any institution provided you maximize on your opportunities for growth.