Health/Medical Preparatory Programs at Dominican University
Bachelor's Degree
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 Illinois
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican University | $31,899* | $44,569 | $30,000 | — |
| Aurora University | $33,018* | $51,321 | $21,375 | 0.65 |
| Northern Illinois University | $31,899* | $47,850 | $27,000 | 0.85 |
| Benedictine University | $16,051* | $52,874 | $23,250 | 1.45 |
| National Median | $33,642* | — | $25,000 | 0.74 |
Other Health/Medical Preparatory Programs Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University Aurora | $28,220 | $33,018 | $21,375 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $12,700 | $31,899 | $27,000 |
| Benedictine University Lisle | $34,290 | $16,051 | $23,250 |
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 Dominican University, approximately 49% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.