Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

Laboratory science programs across Indiana show considerable variation in outcomes, and with nearly all of this program's data estimated from national and institutional averages, you're navigating with limited visibility. The estimated first-year earnings of $64,930 fall notably below Indiana's state median of $70,833 for this field—Indiana University-Indianapolis graduates, for instance, earn that higher figure. Whether Saint Francis's program actually underperforms or simply serves a different graduate population remains unclear without reported data.

The estimated debt of $25,269 translates to a manageable 0.39 debt-to-earnings ratio, suggesting graduates from comparable programs can typically cover their loans within reasonable timeframes. Medical lab science generally offers stable employment with clear career progression, and the estimated earnings align with national norms for the field. The concerning element is the gap between these estimates and what peer programs in Indiana actually report—a $6,000 difference in first-year earnings compounds significantly over a career.

Your practical challenge is that with a 98% admission rate and mid-range SAT scores, Saint Francis serves accessible education to many students (43% on Pell grants), but you can't verify whether their lab science graduates achieve outcomes matching state averages. If your student has admission offers from Indiana programs with reported data, those provide clearer pictures. If Saint Francis is the only viable option, the national benchmarks suggest reasonable prospects, but expect outcomes potentially below what Indiana's stronger programs deliver.