Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

The limited data here (fewer than 30 graduates) makes it difficult to draw firm conclusions, but the available numbers suggest this program underperforms both Pennsylvania and national benchmarks. Graduates earn roughly $49,000 in their first year—about $2,000 below Pennsylvania's median for this field and $5,000 below the national median. More concerning, earnings remain essentially flat through year four, showing virtually no growth while many allied health careers typically offer meaningful salary progression as professionals gain experience and certifications.

The debt load of $22,111 is reasonable and close to Pennsylvania's median, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio. However, when Pennsylvania community colleges like Delaware County and Bucks County are producing graduates who earn $63,000-$65,000 in similar programs—roughly 30% more than Pitt-Johnstown—the value proposition becomes harder to justify. These community college alternatives would likely cost less in tuition while delivering substantially better career outcomes.

If your child is set on this program at Pitt-Johnstown, recognize that the small sample size could mean these numbers aren't representative. But given that it's a regional campus of a larger university system, you'd expect stronger placement outcomes. Unless there are specific program features that matter to your family, exploring Pennsylvania's higher-performing community college options would be worth the time.