2026 Best Value Agriculture Ag Operations Master’s Degree Schools
Looking for the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations master’s degree programs in the United States? Our ranking highlights 973 institutions by value — the balance of cost and student outcomes, using our 2026 methodology. Our scores reflect factors such as tuition, student debt, and post-graduation earnings to surface the strongest return on investment.
To arm you with the information you need, Course Advisor analyzed schools to compile this 2026 value ranking, drawing primarily on U.S. Department of Education data (IPEDS and College Scorecard). View our full ranking methodology.
Top 25 Best-Value Agriculture Ag Operations Master’s Degree Schools in the United States
Explore the best-value schools below:
Brigham Young University Provo tops our 2026 ranking of the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations master's degree schools in the United States. Located in Provo, UT, Brigham Young University Provo is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $6,688. The median Agriculture Ag Operations program debt is $12,184. Median earnings reach $75,790 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $12,184 median debt. Brigham Young University Provo admits about 68% of applicants. Read the full report on Brigham Young University Provo
A rank of #2 makes Northwest Missouri State University one of the best values in the United States. This public school is set in Maryville, MO. Students from in state pay about $10,611 in tuition and fees, compared with $17,324 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $22,235 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $47,885 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $22,235 median debt. Northwest Missouri State University admits about 86% of applicants. Read more about Northwest Missouri State University
You'll get strong value at North Dakota State University Main Campus, which ranked #4 this year. North Dakota State University Main Campus is a public school based in Fargo, ND. In-state tuition and fees run about $10,910, compared with $15,564 for out-of-state students. North Dakota State University Main Campus Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $22,525 in debt. North Dakota State University Main Campus alumni report median earnings of $62,203 a decade after entry. Set against $22,525 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. North Dakota State University Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 95%. Read the full report on North Dakota State University Main Campus
A rank of #5 makes South Dakota State University one of the best values in the United States. This public school is set in Brookings, SD. In-state tuition and fees average $9,299, with out-of-state students paying around $12,809. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $22,846. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $55,070. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. South Dakota State University admits about 98% of applicants. More on South Dakota State University
University Of Puerto Rico Mayaguez placed #6 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. Located in Mayaguez, PR, University Of Puerto Rico Mayaguez is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $5,274. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $8,432. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $48,992. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Puerto Rico Mayaguez has an acceptance rate of 56%. See the full University Of Puerto Rico Mayaguez profile
University Of Nebraska Lincoln ranked #7 on our 2026 list of the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools. University Of Nebraska Lincoln is a public school based in Lincoln, NE. In-state tuition and fees average $10,434, while out-of-state students pay about $28,584. University Of Nebraska Lincoln Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $19,991 in debt. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $56,887. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Nebraska Lincoln admits about 88% of applicants. Get the full University Of Nebraska Lincoln report
California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo placed #8 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. This public school is set in San Luis Obispo, CA. In-state tuition and fees average $12,161, with out-of-state students paying around $33,230. California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $18,012 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $90,768 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo admits about 31% of applicants. See the full California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo profile
Angelo State University placed #9 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. Based in San Angelo, TX, Angelo State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $8,460, compared with $18,300 for out-of-state students. Angelo State University Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $19,183 in debt. Angelo State University alumni report median earnings of $50,116 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $19,183 median debt. Roughly 83% of applicants are accepted. See the full Angelo State University profile
West Texas A And M University offered strong value this year, earning the #10 position. West Texas A And M University is a public school based in Canyon, TX. In-state tuition and fees run about $9,101, while out-of-state students pay about $10,996. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $20,078. Median earnings reach $50,741 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 99%. Get the full West Texas A And M University report
Sam Houston State University ranked #11 on our 2026 list of the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools. This public school is set in Huntsville, TX. In-state tuition and fees run about $9,228, compared with $19,068 for out-of-state students. Sam Houston State University Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $21,248 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $54,211. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 90% of those who apply are admitted. More on Sam Houston State University
California State University Fresno came in at #12 in this year's value ranking. Based in Fresno, CA, California State University Fresno is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $7,341, with out-of-state students paying around $19,941. Graduates carry a median of $15,001 in student loans. California State University Fresno alumni report median earnings of $61,244 a decade after entry. Set against $15,001 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. California State University Fresno admits about 95% of applicants. Read the full report on California State University Fresno
Cornell University ranked #13 on our 2026 list of the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools. Cornell University is a private not-for-profit school based in Ithaca, NY. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $69,314. Graduates carry a median of $14,742 in student loans. Cornell University alumni report median earnings of $104,043 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 9% of those who apply are admitted. More on Cornell University
University Of Wisconsin Madison placed #13 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. Located in Madison, WI, University Of Wisconsin Madison is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $11,603, compared with $42,103 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $20,550 to complete their Agriculture Ag Operations program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $73,792. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Wisconsin Madison has an acceptance rate of 45%. Get the full University Of Wisconsin Madison report
Iowa State University placed #15 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. This public school is set in Ames, IA. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $10,787, with out-of-state students paying around $28,881. Graduates carry a median of $20,965 in student loans. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $63,386. That is a strong return on a $20,965 median debt. About 89% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full Iowa State University report
Texas Tech University placed #16 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. This public school is set in Lubbock, TX. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $11,852, compared with $24,157 for out-of-state students. Texas Tech University Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $19,704 in debt. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $62,454. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 73% of applicants are accepted. Read more about Texas Tech University
Tarleton State University came in at #17 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Stephenville, TX. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $8,302, with out-of-state students paying around $18,142. The median Agriculture Ag Operations program debt is $21,578. Tarleton State University alumni report median earnings of $53,040 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $21,578 median debt. Tarleton State University has an acceptance rate of 90%. Read more about Tarleton State University
Murray State University ranked #18 on our 2026 list of the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools. Based in Murray, KY, Murray State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,900, while out-of-state students pay about $19,836. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $23,100. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $44,737. That is a strong return on a $23,100 median debt. The acceptance rate is 86%. See the full Murray State University profile
Delaware State University came in at #19 in this year's value ranking. Set in Dover, DE, Delaware State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,670, while out-of-state students pay about $20,634. Delaware State University Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $23,625 in debt. Median earnings reach $49,307 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Delaware State University has an acceptance rate of 47%. Read more about Delaware State University
Texas State University San Marcos came in at #19 in this year's value ranking. Set in San Marcos, TX, Texas State University San Marcos is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $11,450, while out-of-state students pay about $22,930. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $21,154. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $56,906. Set against $21,154 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 89% of those who apply are admitted. More on Texas State University San Marcos
Kansas State University ranked #21 on our 2026 list of the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools. Kansas State University is a public school based in Manhattan, KS. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $11,221, compared with $28,568 for out-of-state students. Kansas State University Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $21,867 in debt. Median earnings reach $57,262 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $21,867 median debt. Kansas State University has an acceptance rate of 82%. See the full Kansas State University profile
Stephen F Austin State University placed #22 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. Based in Nacogdoches, TX, Stephen F Austin State University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $11,128 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $20,968. The median Agriculture Ag Operations program debt is $21,739. Stephen F Austin State University alumni report median earnings of $49,634 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $21,739 median debt. Stephen F Austin State University has an acceptance rate of 94%. Get the full Stephen F Austin State University report
University Of Wyoming landed the #23 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in Laramie, WY, University Of Wyoming is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $7,768, while out-of-state students pay about $24,178. The median Agriculture Ag Operations program debt is $19,697. Graduates go on to earn a median of $56,880 ten years after entry. Set against $19,697 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 97% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full University Of Wyoming report
Washington State University offered strong value this year, earning the #24 position. Set in Pullman, WA, Washington State University is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $13,391, while out-of-state students pay about $29,950. The median Agriculture Ag Operations program debt is $17,595. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $68,905. That is a strong return on a $17,595 median debt. About 87% of those who apply are admitted. More on Washington State University
University Of Delaware came in at #25 in this year's value ranking. Based in Newark, DE, University Of Delaware is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $16,810, while out-of-state students pay about $41,400. University Of Delaware Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $23,543 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $72,950. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 71% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full University Of Delaware report
Alcorn State University ranked #26 on our 2026 list of the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools. Alcorn State University is a public school based in Alcorn State, MS. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,785. Graduates carry a median of $25,163 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $36,421 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 45% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Alcorn State University
Rest of the Top 50 Best-Value Agriculture Ag Operations Master’s Degree Schools in the United States
Not far behind, these schools also offered excellent value:
Missouri State University Springfield came in at #27 in this year's value ranking. Set in Springfield, MO, Missouri State University Springfield is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,502, compared with $18,770 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $18,965 to complete their Agriculture Ag Operations program here. Graduates go on to earn a median of $49,827 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $18,965 median debt. Roughly 90% of applicants are accepted. Read the full report on Missouri State University Springfield
California State Polytechnic University Pomona landed the #28 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in Pomona, CA, California State Polytechnic University Pomona is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $7,781, with out-of-state students paying around $20,381. Graduates carry a median of $16,402 in student loans. California State Polytechnic University Pomona alumni report median earnings of $71,902 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 75% of applicants are accepted. Read more about California State Polytechnic University Pomona
The University Of Tennessee Martin landed the #29 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Martin, TN, The University Of Tennessee Martin is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,560, with out-of-state students paying around $16,600. Graduates carry a median of $19,919 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $44,213 ten years after entry. Set against $19,919 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The University Of Tennessee Martin has an acceptance rate of 88%. Get the full The University Of Tennessee Martin report
Purdue University Main Campus landed the #30 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in West Lafayette, IN, Purdue University Main Campus is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,992, while out-of-state students pay about $28,794. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $17,627. Graduates go on to earn a median of $72,424 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 50% of applicants are accepted. Read the full report on Purdue University Main Campus
Michigan State University placed #32 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. Michigan State University is a public school based in East Lansing, MI. Students from in state pay about $18,079 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $44,850. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $18,685. Graduates go on to earn a median of $67,253 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $18,685 median debt. Roughly 85% of applicants are accepted. More on Michigan State University
Texas A And M University College Station landed the #33 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in College Station, TX, Texas A And M University College Station is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $12,995, while out-of-state students pay about $40,124. Texas A And M University College Station Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $19,497 in debt. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $72,097. That is a strong return on a $19,497 median debt. The acceptance rate is 57%. Get the full Texas A And M University College Station report
North Carolina State University At Raleigh placed #34 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. This public school is set in Raleigh, NC. Students from in state pay about $8,799 in tuition and fees, compared with $32,847 for out-of-state students. North Carolina State University At Raleigh Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $16,951 in debt. North Carolina State University At Raleigh alumni report median earnings of $68,758 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $16,951 median debt. North Carolina State University At Raleigh has an acceptance rate of 42%. Read the full report on North Carolina State University At Raleigh
Oklahoma State University Main Campus came in at #35 in this year's value ranking. Set in Stillwater, OK, Oklahoma State University Main Campus is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $10,110, with out-of-state students paying around $25,630. Graduates carry a median of $19,115 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $57,413 ten years after entry. Set against $19,115 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 75%. See the full Oklahoma State University Main Campus profile
Texas A And M University Kingsville placed #36 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. Based in Kingsville, TX, Texas A And M University Kingsville is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $9,892, compared with $25,746 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $22,999 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $51,450. That is a strong return on a $22,999 median debt. Texas A And M University Kingsville admits about 91% of applicants. More on Texas A And M University Kingsville
University Of Arkansas came in at #36 in this year's value ranking. Based in Fayetteville, AR, University Of Arkansas is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $10,104, while out-of-state students pay about $29,966. University Of Arkansas Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $20,585 in debt. University Of Arkansas alumni report median earnings of $58,191 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $20,585 median debt. University Of Arkansas admits about 74% of applicants. Get the full University Of Arkansas report
Arkansas State University Main Campus placed #38 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. Located in Jonesboro, AR, Arkansas State University Main Campus is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $8,090 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $14,522. The median Agriculture Ag Operations program debt is $18,210. Arkansas State University Main Campus alumni report median earnings of $42,617 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $18,210 median debt. Arkansas State University Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 82%. Get the full Arkansas State University Main Campus report
University Of Florida came in at #39 in this year's value ranking. Set in Gainesville, FL, University Of Florida is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $6,381, with out-of-state students paying around $28,659. University Of Florida Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $14,887 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $71,588 ten years after entry. Set against $14,887 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 24% of applicants are accepted. Get the full University Of Florida report
Mississippi State University came in at #40 in this year's value ranking. Based in Mississippi State, MS, Mississippi State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,202, compared with $27,637 for out-of-state students. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $21,353. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $51,513. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Mississippi State University admits about 78% of applicants. See the full Mississippi State University profile
Clemson University landed the #41 spot for value in the United States this year. Clemson University is a public school based in Clemson, SC. In-state tuition and fees average $15,554, while out-of-state students pay about $40,866. Students borrow a median of $24,061 to complete their Agriculture Ag Operations program here. Graduates go on to earn a median of $71,513 ten years after entry. Set against $24,061 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 38%. Read the full report on Clemson University
University Of California Davis landed the #42 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in Davis, CA, University Of California Davis is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $15,804, compared with $47,692 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $13,871 to complete their Agriculture Ag Operations program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $80,838. Set against $13,871 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 42% of those who apply are admitted. More on University Of California Davis
University Of Minnesota Twin Cities offered strong value this year, earning the #43 position. Set in Minneapolis, MN, University Of Minnesota Twin Cities is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $17,214, while out-of-state students pay about $38,362. Students borrow a median of $18,987 to complete their Agriculture Ag Operations program here. Median earnings reach $69,020 ten years out. Set against $18,987 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 80% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full University Of Minnesota Twin Cities report
Western Kentucky University ranked #43 on our 2026 list of the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools. Located in Bowling Green, KY, Western Kentucky University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $11,652, compared with $27,000 for out-of-state students. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $23,656. Median earnings reach $43,889 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $23,656 median debt. The acceptance rate is 94%. Get the full Western Kentucky University report
University Of Missouri Columbia placed #45 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. University Of Missouri Columbia is a public school based in Columbia, MO. In-state tuition and fees run about $14,837, with out-of-state students paying around $36,056. Graduates carry a median of $18,408 in student loans. Median earnings reach $63,403 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $18,408 median debt. University Of Missouri Columbia has an acceptance rate of 78%. See the full University Of Missouri Columbia profile
Montana State University offered strong value this year, earning the #46 position. This public school is set in Bozeman, MT. Students from in state pay about $8,460 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $33,287. Montana State University Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $21,639 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $53,263 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $21,639 median debt. About 82% of those who apply are admitted. See the full Montana State University profile
University Of Georgia offered strong value this year, earning the #46 position. This public school is set in Athens, GA. Students from in state pay about $11,450 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $31,688. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $21,570. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $68,726. Set against $21,570 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 38%. Read the full report on University Of Georgia
Tennessee State University placed #48 among the best-value Agriculture Ag Operations schools in the United States. This public school is set in Nashville, TN. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,616, with out-of-state students paying around $22,416. Students borrow a median of $27,000 to complete their Agriculture Ag Operations program here. Median earnings reach $42,730 ten years out. Set against $27,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 70% of those who apply are admitted. See the full Tennessee State University profile
University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign landed the #49 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Champaign, IL, University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $18,267, with out-of-state students paying around $40,096. Students borrow a median of $18,509 to complete their Agriculture Ag Operations program here. University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign alumni report median earnings of $81,054 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign has an acceptance rate of 42%. More on University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University came in at #50 in this year's value ranking. Set in Blacksburg, VA, Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $15,948, while out-of-state students pay about $37,764. Typical Agriculture Ag Operations student debt is $19,063. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $81,698. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University admits about 55% of applicants. Read more about Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
Ohio State University Main Campus landed the #51 spot for value in the United States this year. Ohio State University Main Campus is a public school based in Columbus, OH. Students from in state pay about $13,244 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $40,022. Ohio State University Main Campus Agriculture Ag Operations students take on a median of $14,303 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $60,409 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 61%. Read the full report on Ohio State University Main Campus
Texas A And M University Commerce landed the #52 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in Commerce, TX, Texas A And M University Commerce is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $10,026 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $22,326. The median Agriculture Ag Operations program debt is $22,962. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $50,296. Set against $22,962 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 92% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Texas A And M University Commerce
Related Agriculture Ag Operations Value Rankings
See value rankings for other degree levels:
- Best Value Agriculture Ag Operations Schools (All Levels)
- Best Value Agriculture Ag Operations Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Agriculture Ag Operations Undergraduate Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Agriculture Ag Operations Associate’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Agriculture Ag Operations Bachelor’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Agriculture Ag Operations Graduate Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Agriculture Ag Operations Doctoral Degree Schools
Ranking Methodology & Notes
This list is compiled by Course Advisor (DMS_RANKING_2023), 2026 edition. Rankings consider the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment — drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · Scope: Nation. *Averages shown above reflect the top 973 ranked schools only.
References
- Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) — National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education (core institutional data).
- College Scorecard — U.S. Department of Education (graduate earnings and outcomes data).