Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

The $7,725 first-year earnings figure looks alarming at first glance, but here's what's really happening: UNH rehabilitation therapy graduates are almost certainly pursuing required graduate education before entering the workforce. The 722% earnings jump to $63,484 by year four—well above the $35,966 national median for bachelor's holders in this field—suggests students are completing master's programs and then launching successful careers. This pattern is common in therapeutic professions where graduate credentials are prerequisites for licensure.

The $27,000 debt load is actually reasonable given this career path, sitting at the 25th percentile nationally. Since New Hampshire only has one program in this field (making the 60th percentile state ranking somewhat meaningless), the more relevant comparison is that fourth-year earnings place graduates solidly ahead of typical bachelor's-level outcomes in rehabilitation nationally. However, parents should recognize the total investment includes both undergrad and graduate school costs, so that $27,000 represents only part of the educational expense.

The critical caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, making it less reliable than larger samples. But if your child is committed to a therapeutic profession requiring graduate training—occupational therapy, physical therapy, or speech pathology—this program appears to position students for solid career outcomes, assuming they complete the necessary advanced degrees. Just budget for the full educational journey, not just the bachelor's degree.