Where University of Western States Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all somatic bodywork certificate's programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Western States | — | $21,973 | — |
| Boca Beauty Academy | $22,426 | $34,649 | +55% |
| Boca Beauty Academy-Parkland | $22,426 | $34,649 | +55% |
| Carrington College-Portland | $26,740 | $24,200 | -9% |
| East West College of the Healing Arts | $22,734 | $20,632 | -9% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon
Somatic Bodywork certificate's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (6 total in state)
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| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of Western StatesPortland | $24,255* | $21,973 | $10,964* | — |
 Carrington College-PortlandPortland | $26,740* | $24,200 | $9,500* | 0.36 |
 Sage School of Massage & EstheticsBend | $24,255* | — | $7,811* | 0.32 |
 East West College of the Healing ArtsPortland | $22,734* | $20,632 | $16,728* | 0.74 |
| National Median | $20,079* | — | $8,792* | 0.44 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with somatic bodywork graduates
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 Western States, approximately 0% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in OR. Actual outcomes may vary.