Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Oklahoma State's Communication Disorders program produces first-year earnings of $26,921—nearly $2,200 above the national median for this degree. Among Oklahoma's seven programs, OSU sits right at the state median for both earnings and debt, making it a representative option rather than an outlier. The 60th state percentile ranking confirms this is a solid middle-ground choice for students staying in-state.

The $20,443 debt load comes in below the national median and translates to a 0.76 debt-to-earnings ratio. That means graduates owe roughly nine months of their first-year salary—manageable territory, especially for a field where many pursue graduate degrees in speech-language pathology. The lower debt compared to national peers gives OSU graduates more flexibility if they need to continue their education or start working immediately.

For families considering this path, understand that $26,921 represents entry-level earnings in a field that typically requires a master's degree for clinical positions. If your student plans to stop at the bachelor's level, they'll be competing for assistant roles and school aide positions at this salary range. If graduate school is the goal, OSU provides adequate preparation without saddling students with excessive undergraduate debt—a practical foundation for the additional investment ahead.