Median Earnings (1yr)
$58,842
47th percentile (60th in PA)
Median Debt
$27,000
At national median
Debt-to-Earnings
0.46
Manageable
Sample Size
16
Limited data

Analysis

Robert Morris graduates in this program earn about $60,000 straight out—roughly on par with national averages but meaningfully above Pennsylvania's state median of $56,000. The 60th percentile state ranking matters here: while this won't match the elite outcomes at Thomas Jefferson or Seton Hill, it outperforms more than half of Pennsylvania's 37 allied health programs. With debt at $27,000 (exactly the national median), graduates face a manageable 0.46 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning they could theoretically pay off loans in under six months of gross income.

The caveat worth noting: this data reflects fewer than 30 graduates, so individual circumstances vary more than usual. Still, the fundamentals look solid for Pennsylvania families. Your child would enter a field with immediate earning potential—$60,000 is real money for a 22-year-old—without crushing debt. The 91% admission rate means accessibility, though the low Pell grant percentage (22%) suggests this might not be the most affordable option for families needing significant aid.

For parents comparing in-state options, Robert Morris sits comfortably in the middle tier. You're paying for reasonable outcomes without the premium pricing of top-tier programs, which could make sense if your child values RMU's environment or specific program features.

Where Robert Morris University Stands

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

Robert Morris UniversityOther allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions programs

Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.

Earnings Distribution

How Robert Morris University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Robert Morris University graduates earn $59k, placing them in the 47th percentile of all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions bachelors programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (37 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Robert Morris University$58,842—$27,0000.46
Seton Hill University$100,987—$27,0000.27
Thomas Jefferson University$82,918$85,350$25,0000.30
Gwynedd Mercy University$76,087$71,160$28,3990.37
York College of Pennsylvania$67,814$64,985$26,0000.38
Misericordia University$65,521$65,003$27,0000.41
National Median$60,447—$27,0000.45

Other Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Programs in Pennsylvania

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Seton Hill University
Greensburg
$41,414$100,987$27,000
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia
$45,683$82,918$25,000
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley
$38,310$76,087$28,399
York College of Pennsylvania
York
$24,606$67,814$26,000
Misericordia University
Dallas
$38,370$65,521$27,000

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 Robert Morris University, approximately 22% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 23 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.