Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock's allied health program shows first-year earnings nearly $17,000 below Pennsylvania's median and ranks in just the 25th percentile statewide—meaning three-quarters of comparable programs in the state produce better outcomes. The gap is even starker nationally, where graduates here earn $21,000 less than the typical program. Compare that to top Pennsylvania performers like Seton Hill ($100,987) or Thomas Jefferson ($82,918), and you're looking at a difference of $50,000+ in annual earnings for similar credentials.

The $27,000 debt load matches both state and national medians, which would be manageable if earnings were competitive. But at $39,290 starting out, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.69—workable but tight, especially in allied health fields where licensing fees and continuing education costs add up quickly. The 23% earnings growth to year four helps, but even at $48,111, graduates still trail most Pennsylvania peers significantly.

The real caution here: this data comes from a very small sample (under 30 graduates), so individual circumstances could vary widely. If your child is considering this program, dig into exactly which allied health specialty they'd pursue—outcomes can differ dramatically by credential. At these earnings levels relative to Pennsylvania alternatives, you'd want compelling non-financial reasons to choose Slippery Rock over higher-performing options in the state.