Somatic Bodywork at Lakewood School of Therapeutic Massage
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Lakewood School of Therapeutic Massage graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lakewood School of Therapeutic Massage graduates earn $8k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all somatic bodywork certificate 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
Somatic Bodywork certificate's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood School of Therapeutic Massage | $7,610 | $15,672 | — | — |
| Irene's Myomassology Institute | $19,951 | $22,385 | $7,389 | 0.37 |
| Lansing Community College | $17,927 | $29,287 | $10,560 | 0.59 |
| Dorsey College | $16,914 | $16,975 | $11,661 | 0.69 |
| National Median | $20,079 | — | $8,792 | 0.44 |
Other Somatic Bodywork Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irene's Myomassology Institute Southfield | — | $19,951 | $7,389 |
| Lansing Community College Lansing | $4,010 | $17,927 | $10,560 |
| Dorsey College Madison Heights | $32,160 | $16,914 | $11,661 |
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 Lakewood School of Therapeutic Massage, approximately 92% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.