Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans graduates compare to all programs nationally
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 12th percentile of all communication disorders sciences and services masters 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 Louisiana
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans | $51,987 | $58,582 | — | — |
| Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport | $60,542 | — | — | — |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | $59,290 | — | — | — |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe | $53,725 | $51,784 | — | — |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | $50,527 | $52,089 | — | — |
| Southern University Law Center | $49,717 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $59,150 | — | — | — |
Other Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport Shreveport | — | $60,542 | — |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge | $11,954 | $59,290 | — |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe | $9,190 | $53,725 | — |
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $8,373 | $50,527 | — |
| Southern University Law Center Baton Rouge | — | $49,717 | — |
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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans, approximately 22% 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.