Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at Taylor University

A $27,000 debt load might seem manageable for a bachelor's in rehabilitation and therapeutic professions, but the estimated $35,966 first-year earnings—drawn from similar programs nationally—reveals a tighter financial picture than many families anticipate. That 0.75 debt-to-earnings ratio means nearly nine months of gross income would go toward debt if graduates devoted their entire salary to repayment. In Indiana specifically, comparable programs suggest earnings closer to $34,400, which would make this ratio even less favorable.

The context matters here: Taylor's relatively low Pell grant enrollment (13%) suggests most families are paying out of pocket or taking on private loans beyond the federal debt captured in these figures. With 273 schools nationwide offering this credential, the field is competitive but standardized in outcomes—the national 75th percentile only reaches $39,739, suggesting limited upward mobility even for top performers. Indiana Wesleyan's reported outcomes align closely with state medians, reinforcing that these estimates likely reflect the realistic range.

For families considering this path, the key question is whether your student has clear post-graduation plans that justify the investment. Many rehabilitation professions require graduate degrees for licensure and higher earnings, meaning this bachelor's may be just the first financial hurdle. If graduate school isn't part of the plan, compare the debt load carefully against entry-level salaries in your student's specific career target—not just the field's average.