Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Where Augustana College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health/medical preparatory programs bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Augustana College | — | $39,377 | — |
| MCPHS University | $30,439 | $73,755 | +142% |
| Benedictine University | $16,051 | $52,874 | +229% |
| Aurora University | $33,018 | $51,321 | +55% |
| Northern Illinois University | $31,899 | $47,850 | +50% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (11 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Augustana CollegeRock Island | $49,834 | $31,899* | $39,377 | $27,000 | — |
 Aurora UniversityAurora | $28,220 | $33,018* | $51,321 | $21,375 | 0.65 |
 Northern Illinois UniversityDekalb | $12,700 | $31,899* | $47,850 | $27,000 | 0.85 |
 Benedictine UniversityLisle | $34,290 | $16,051* | $52,874 | $23,250 | 1.45 |
| National Median | — | $33,642* | — | $25,000 | 0.74 |
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About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Augustana College, approximately 22% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.