Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences at University of Wisconsin-Stout

UW-Stout's Health Sciences bachelor's delivers solidly middle-of-the-pack results for Wisconsin students, though the small graduating class (under 30) means these numbers could shift year to year. At the 60th percentile among Wisconsin programs, graduates are essentially hitting the state median with $29,260 in first-year earnings—but this lags the national median by about $6,000. The debt load of $26,375 is reasonable, translating to a debt-to-earnings ratio under 1.0, which suggests manageable monthly payments even on that modest starting salary.

The real question is trajectory. Many allied health programs serve as stepping stones to further credentials or lead to salary growth after certifications and experience, so that $29,260 starting point may not tell the whole story. However, without data on earnings growth or what specific careers these graduates pursue, parents should investigate what jobs these students actually land and whether additional licensing or graduate school is typically required to reach viable salaries.

For Wisconsin families keeping costs down, this program delivers comparable outcomes to in-state alternatives without excessive debt. Just recognize you're paying for a credential that starts below national norms, and verify that your student's specific career path within allied health justifies this investment versus more direct-entry healthcare programs.