Somatic Bodywork at Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute-Lewisburg

This somatic bodywork program ranks squarely in the middle among Pennsylvania options, landing at the 40th percentile statewide—but that positioning masks some concerning realities about the field's earning potential. At $18,129 in first-year earnings, graduates earn notably less than both the national median ($20,079) and Pennsylvania's median ($19,364) for similar programs, placing them in just the 28th percentile nationally.

The debt burden of $9,273 creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.51, meaning graduates can theoretically pay off their loans within about six months of first-year earnings. However, these low absolute earnings—less than $22,000 even four years out—present real financial challenges for independent living. The 18% earnings growth over four years is positive but still leaves graduates well below what many would consider a living wage.

With 70% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves a population seeking accessible career training. While the debt load is reasonable, the earnings ceiling appears quite low compared to other healthcare-adjacent fields. Parents should carefully consider whether these income levels align with their child's financial goals and living situation expectations, especially given that higher-performing programs in the state like Fortis Institute-Scranton show significantly better outcomes are possible in this field.