Earnings Distribution
How Michigan State 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | $57,845 | $57,587 | -0% |
| Wayne State University | $57,770 | $60,950 | +6% |
| Calvin University | $63,533 | $59,805 | -6% |
| Central Michigan University | $56,756 | $59,014 | +4% |
| Western Michigan University | $57,490 | $55,733 | -3% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (8 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing | $15,988 | $57,845 | $57,587 | — | — |
 Andrews UniversityBerrien Springs | $33,710 | $65,951 | — | — | — |
 Calvin UniversityGrand Rapids | $38,670 | $63,533 | $59,805 | — | — |
 Wayne State UniversityDetroit | $14,297 | $57,770 | $60,950 | — | — |
 Western Michigan UniversityKalamazoo | $15,298 | $57,490 | $55,733 | — | — |
 Grand Valley State UniversityAllendale | $14,628 | $57,167 | $54,589 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $59,150 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with communication disorders sciences and services 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 Michigan State University, approximately 20% 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.