Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at Northeastern University
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northeastern University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northeastern University graduates earn $76k, placing them in the 68th percentile of all rehabilitation and therapeutic professions professional 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 Massachusetts
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions professional's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University | $76,009 | $77,354 | — | — |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs | $76,009 | $77,354 | — | — |
| MCPHS University | $72,436 | $78,368 | — | — |
| National Median | $74,581 | — | — | — |
Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | — | $76,009 | — |
| MCPHS University Boston | $38,850 | $72,436 | — |
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 Northeastern University, approximately 12% 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.