Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Massachusetts-Lowell graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Massachusetts-Lowell graduates earn $71k, placing them in the 18th percentile of all rehabilitation and therapeutic professions doctoral programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | $70,989 | $76,648 | — | — |
| Bay Path University | $90,763 | — | — | — |
| Springfield College | $78,834 | $76,740 | — | — |
| Boston University | $76,682 | $76,692 | — | — |
| Simmons University | $76,019 | $71,188 | — | — |
| American International College | $75,350 | $80,717 | — | — |
| National Median | $74,720 | — | — | — |
Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Path University Longmeadow | $37,227 | $90,763 | — |
| Springfield College Springfield | $43,707 | $78,834 | — |
| Boston University Boston | $65,168 | $76,682 | — |
| Simmons University Boston | $45,538 | $76,019 | — |
| American International College Springfield | $42,970 | $75,350 | — |
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 University of Massachusetts-Lowell, approximately 27% 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.