Median Earnings (1yr)
$63,726
95th percentile (60th in MI)
Sample Size
43
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Central Michigan University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Central Michigan University graduates earn $64k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all foods, nutrition, masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan

Foods, Nutrition, masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (6 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Central Michigan University$63,726
National Median$53,540

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.