Best Colleges for Insurance

Insurance professionals play a critical role in helping individuals and businesses manage financial risk. With only 19 schools offering dedicated insurance programs nationwide, graduates enter a specialized field with strong earning potential. Insurance majors typically earn $54,315 annually after graduation, reflecting the technical expertise and analytical skills required in this industry.

When evaluating insurance programs, students should prioritize schools with strong connections to major insurance companies, comprehensive coursework covering risk assessment and actuarial science, and opportunities for internships with regional or national carriers. Look for programs that combine theoretical knowledge with practical application, including case studies and real-world problem-solving experiences that prepare graduates for immediate success in insurance careers.

Schools Ranked

$54,315

Avg. Program Earnings

66.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 19 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, Wisconsin	$66,821	89.3%	public
2	St. John's University-New York Queens, New York	$63,898	68.5%	private-nonprofit
3	Saint Joseph's University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$60,399	79.8%	private-nonprofit
4	Temple University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$60,377	74.7%	public
5	University of North Texas Denton, Texas	$60,230	59.6%	public
6	State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, New York	$57,318	60.4%	public
7	Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia	$56,693	53.7%	public
8	University of Georgia Athens, Georgia	$56,528	87.2%	public
9	University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, South Carolina	$55,964	77.7%	public
10	Florida State University Tallahassee, Florida	$54,646	83.0%	public
11	Illinois State University Normal, Illinois	$54,581	66.3%	public
12	Appalachian State University Boone, North Carolina	$53,108	73.1%	public
13	Indiana State University Terre Haute, Indiana	$52,107	41.1%	public
14	University of Mississippi University, Mississippi	$51,482	68.5%	public
15	The University of Olivet Olivet, Michigan	$51,035	37.0%	private-nonprofit
16	Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, Missouri	$49,019	57.3%	public
17	University of Hartford West Hartford, Connecticut	$45,696	58.3%	private-nonprofit
18	Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, Kentucky	$43,798	49.7%	public
19	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, Wisconsin	$38,289	71.2%	public