Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL•In-State Tuition: $37,080•Admission Rate: 73%•Avg SAT: 1182
Median Earnings (1yr)
$74,202
81st percentile
60th percentile in Florida
Median Debt
$32,250
19% above national median
D/E Ratio: 0.43 ManageableSample: 51 graduates

Analysis

Nova Southeastern's Allied Health program costs more than most competitors but delivers earnings that justify the premium. At $74,202 in first-year earnings, graduates earn above Florida's median for this field ($71,383) and well above the national median ($60,447), placing them in the 81st percentile nationally. The $32,250 in typical debt translates to a manageable 0.43 debt-to-earnings ratio—meaning graduates owe less than half of what they'll earn in their first year.

The debt number deserves attention, though. While the ratio looks reasonable, Nova charges more than 95% of programs nationally for this degree. You're paying a private university premium here, and that shows in the higher sticker price compared to state schools like FSU (whose grads earn just $28,127) or Valencia College ($68,564 with presumably lower debt). The question is whether the $74K outcome justifies the extra borrowing versus a more affordable option.

For families who can manage the debt load, this program delivers solid early-career earnings that should make repayment manageable. The return is tangible—graduates earn $3,000 more than typical Florida peers in this field right out of the gate. Just understand you're paying for that edge upfront, and the value proposition depends heavily on your alternative options and financial situation.

Where Nova Southeastern University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions bachelors's programs nationally

Nova Southeastern UniversityOther allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Nova Southeastern University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Nova Southeastern University earns $74k — 81th percentile among allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions bachelors programs.

Compare to Similar Programs in Florida

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (20 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Nova Southeastern UniversityFort Lauderdale$37,080$74,202—$32,2500.43
Barry UniversityMiami$33,450$144,190$61,114$31,2500.22
AdventHealth UniversityOrlando$20,880$77,225$75,642$32,6250.42
Valencia CollegeOrlando$2,474$68,564$69,462$17,2810.25
Keiser University-Ft LauderdaleFort Lauderdale$24,136$68,134—$40,0000.59
Florida State UniversityTallahassee$5,656$28,127$44,028$20,7500.74
National Median—$60,447—$27,0000.45

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions graduates

Medical Dosimetrists

Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.

$138,110/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Physician Assistants

Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Anesthesiologist Assistants

Assist anesthesiologists in the administration of anesthesia for surgical and non-surgical procedures. Monitor patient status and provide patient care during surgical treatment.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Nuclear Technicians

Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiation Therapists

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

$101,990/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.

$97,020/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

$89,340/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Respiratory Therapists

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

$80,450/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree
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 Nova Southeastern University, approximately 37% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 51 graduates with reported earnings and 56 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.