Student Outcomes
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $74,671
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 3:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 77.6%
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $103,746 | $66,217 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $71,575 | $84,870 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $69,338 | |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $61,516 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $54,418 | $16,715 |
| Medicine. | Doctoral | $53,504 | $188,122 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $74,671 within ten years of completion. The 97.7% employment rate reflects the strong demand for health professionals in Louisiana and beyond. Most alumni enter specialized medical fields where their training commands premium salaries. With 43.48% taking federal loans and a 77.55% repayment rate, debt loads remain manageable relative to earnings potential. Monthly loan payments typically consume around 8-10% of graduate income, well below the recommended 15% threshold. The health sciences sector's stability and growth prospects strengthen long-term career security. This specialized training in medicine and allied health delivers a strong return on investment for the small cohort of dedicated students.