Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus

UConn's Hartford campus draws roughly half its students from lower-income families (46% Pell Grant recipients), making the value calculation here particularly important—and the limited sample size makes it harder to call. With $27,000 in debt and first-year earnings of $60,597, graduates start with a manageable debt burden that matches both national and state norms. The program lands right at the 60th percentile among Connecticut's allied health programs, meaning it outperforms about half the in-state competition while costing significantly less than private alternatives like Quinnipiac ($69,600) or University of Hartford ($73,906).

The concerning pattern is the earnings trajectory: graduates see an 8% decline from year one to year four, dropping to $55,995. This backward slide is unusual for allied health fields, which typically offer steady career progression. However, the small cohort size (under 30 graduates) means this could reflect a few graduates' specific circumstances rather than a systemic program weakness. It's worth noting that the main UConn campus and other satellite locations show identical first-year earnings, suggesting consistent preparation across the system.

For families prioritizing affordability and in-state tuition, this program offers reasonable returns without the premium price tag of Connecticut's private schools. Just recognize that the earnings data comes with a big asterisk—these numbers may not reflect what your student will experience, particularly regarding that four-year dip.