Analysis
The explosive earnings trajectory here—from $47,496 to nearly $130,000 within four years—suggests Creighton's health sciences program is feeding graduates into advanced healthcare roles where the real payoff comes after additional training or certification. That 173% earnings jump is exceptional and likely reflects graduates entering physician assistant, physical therapy, or similar high-earning clinical careers that require post-baccalaureate work.
However, treat these numbers with healthy skepticism: the sample size is under 30 graduates, making this data statistically fragile. What we can say is that this program appears to serve as an effective pipeline to lucrative healthcare careers, with modest debt ($27,000) that's manageable even against first-year earnings. The 95th percentile national ranking sounds impressive, but Nebraska's smaller healthcare education market makes state comparisons less meaningful—you're looking at just 7 programs statewide.
For parents, the key question is whether your child plans to pursue graduate healthcare education. If they're targeting PA school, pharmacy, or similar paths, this program seems well-positioned. If they're hoping to earn six figures immediately after their bachelor's degree, that's not what's happening here. The investment appears sound for students committed to the multi-year healthcare education track, but verify current outcomes with Creighton directly given the small sample and be prepared for the costs and time commitment of whatever graduate program follows.
Where Creighton University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health services/allied health/health sciences bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Creighton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creighton University | $47,496 | $129,668 | +173% |
| Touro University | $98,520 | $77,878 | -21% |
| Springfield College | $11,874 | $70,043 | +490% |
| Rutgers University-Camden | $39,009 | $68,169 | +75% |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $39,009 | $68,169 | +75% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences bachelors's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $47,000 | $47,496 | $129,668 | $27,000 | 0.57 | |
| $21,810 | $98,520 | $77,878 | $23,875 | 0.24 | |
| $4,865 | $71,275 | — | $18,625 | 0.26 | |
| $16,450 | $66,407 | — | $27,796 | 0.42 | |
| $18,950 | $65,046 | — | $36,050 | 0.55 | |
| $8,864 | $59,186 | $54,753 | $42,605 | 0.72 | |
| National Median | — | $35,279 | — | $26,690 | 0.76 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with health services/allied health/health sciences 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 Creighton University, approximately 5% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 26 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.