Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Mount Aloysius College

Mount Aloysius graduates in this allied health program start at $50,138 but see earnings slip to $47,562 by year four—an unusual trajectory that warrants attention. While the modest $18,500 debt load keeps this affordable (debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 is reasonable), the backward earnings movement is uncommon for healthcare fields and places this program below the 40th percentile among Pennsylvania's 37 allied health programs.

The gap with Pennsylvania's community colleges is striking. Top performers like Lackawanna and Delaware County Community College deliver first-year earnings above $65,000—roughly $15,000 more annually than Mount Aloysius graduates see. Even the state median of $51,312 exceeds what most Mount Aloysius graduates earn after four years of career progression. This suggests possible differences in program specializations, clinical placements, or employer networks.

For families considering this program, the relatively low debt means you're not backing your child into a financial corner—but the earnings trajectory and competitive positioning raise questions about career advancement potential. At this price point, it may be worth comparing what specific allied health credentials this program offers versus higher-earning alternatives at Pennsylvania's community colleges, which could provide stronger employer connections at potentially lower tuition.