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 Oregon

Health and Medical Administrative Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (5 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Portland State University$84,480
Oregon Health & Science University$97,120$119,379
Pacific University$78,336$83,998
National Median$68,718

Other Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs in Oregon

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Oregon Health & Science University
Portland
$97,120
Pacific University
Forest Grove
$54,466$78,336

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 Portland State University, approximately 40% 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.