Location: Springfield, MO•In-State Tuition: $15,599•Admission Rate: 71%
Median Earnings (1yr)
$68,782
72nd percentile
60th percentile in Missouri
Median Debt
$22,281
17% below national median
D/E Ratio: 0.32 ManageableSample: 27 graduates Limited data

Analysis

Cox College graduates in allied health programs start at $68,782—comfortably above Missouri's median of $62,107 and putting them in the 60th percentile statewide. That first-year salary nearly matches what University of Missouri-Columbia delivers ($65,660) and exceeds Saint Louis University's median, making this small Springfield institution competitive with much larger names. With debt of just $22,281, the 0.32 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates typically pay back their loans in about four months of gross income.

The catch is flat growth: earnings barely budge from year one to year four. But in allied health diagnostics and treatment, initial placement matters most—these are often licensed positions with structured pay scales. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift year to year, but the combination of strong starting salaries and low debt is notable for a school serving a substantial population of Pell grant students.

For Missouri families considering allied health programs, Cox delivers competitive first-year outcomes at significantly lower debt than the state average of $26,900. Just understand you're paying for job-ready credentials and immediate earning power, not necessarily steep salary curves over time.

Where Cox College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions bachelors's programs nationally

Cox CollegeOther allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Cox College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Cox College earns $69k — 72th percentile among allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions bachelors programs.

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
Cox College$68,782$69,738+1%
University of Washington-Seattle Campus$135,384$143,937+6%
Saint Louis University$62,107$64,891+4%
University of Missouri-Columbia$65,660$60,022-9%
Avila University$55,605$51,775-7%

Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (20 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Cox CollegeSpringfield$15,599$68,782$69,738$22,2810.32
University of Missouri-ColumbiaColumbia$14,130$65,660$60,022$23,7070.36
Saint Louis UniversitySaint Louis$53,244$62,107$64,891$27,0000.43
Avila UniversityKansas City$38,672$55,605$51,775$31,0000.56
University of Central MissouriWarrensburg$9,739$55,553—$26,9000.48
National Median—$60,447—$27,0000.45

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions graduates

Medical Dosimetrists

Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.

$138,110/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Physician Assistants

Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Anesthesiologist Assistants

Assist anesthesiologists in the administration of anesthesia for surgical and non-surgical procedures. Monitor patient status and provide patient care during surgical treatment.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Nuclear Technicians

Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiation Therapists

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

$101,990/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.

$97,020/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

$89,340/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Respiratory Therapists

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

$80,450/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree
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 Cox College, approximately 35% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 27 graduates with reported earnings and 26 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.