Median Earnings (1yr)
$56,756
34th percentile (40th in MI)
Sample Size
77
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Central Michigan University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Central Michigan University graduates earn $57k, placing them in the 34th percentile of all communication disorders sciences and services masters programs nationally.

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.

Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan

Communication Disorders Sciences and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (8 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Central Michigan University$56,756$59,014
Andrews University$65,951
Calvin University$63,533$59,805
Michigan State University$57,845$57,587
Wayne State University$57,770$60,950
Western Michigan University$57,490$55,733
National Median$59,150

Other Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Programs in Michigan

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Andrews University
Berrien Springs
$33,710$65,951
Calvin University
Grand Rapids
$38,670$63,533
Michigan State University
East Lansing
$15,988$57,845
Wayne State University
Detroit
$14,297$57,770
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo
$15,298$57,490

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 Central Michigan University, approximately 31% 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.