Earnings Distribution
How Ball State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball State University | $55,317 | $51,153 | -8% |
| Northern Illinois University | $59,831 | $64,125 | +7% |
| Florida International University | $56,360 | $62,273 | +10% |
| Loma Linda University | $59,667 | $62,192 | +4% |
| University of North Florida | $49,207 | $62,183 | +26% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services masters's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ball State UniversityMuncie | $10,758 | $55,317 | $51,153 | — | — |
 Stony Brook UniversityStony Brook | $10,560 | $69,204 | — | — | — |
 Utah State UniversityLogan | $9,228 | $60,567 | — | — | — |
 Rutgers University-New BrunswickNew Brunswick | $17,239 | $60,456 | — | — | — |
 Northern Illinois UniversityDekalb | $12,700 | $59,831 | $64,125 | — | — |
 Loma Linda UniversityLoma Linda | — | $59,667 | $62,192 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $53,223 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with dietetics and clinical nutrition services graduates
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 Ball State University, approximately 34% 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.