Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Minnesota's health services programs typically launch graduates into stronger first-year earnings than most of the country—the state median of $52,212 significantly outpaces the $35,279 national figure. Saint Mary's estimated outcomes align with this state pattern, though the $27,000 debt load sits slightly above Minnesota's typical $23,534 for these programs.

The 0.52 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests manageable repayment in this field, where graduates can reasonably expect to direct about half their first-year salary toward debt if needed. However, it's worth noting that peer programs at Minnesota's public universities show similar earnings potential, often with lower debt burdens. The estimated figures here place Saint Mary's in the middle of the state's range—competitive with Minnesota's flagship campuses but at a higher cost than what Crookston graduates reportedly carry.

For families weighing a private education in health services, the practical question is whether Saint Mary's specific program features justify the premium over public alternatives that produce comparable earnings. The estimated outcomes suggest a workable financial foundation, but without reported data from this specific program, you're banking on the assumption that Saint Mary's graduates will match the broader Minnesota pattern rather than fall closer to national averages.