Where Wayne State University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health professions bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne State University | — | $92,578 | — |
| Excelsior University | $52,631 | $83,502 | +59% |
| Grand Valley State University | $34,203 | $54,508 | +59% |
| Ferris State University | $50,543 | $46,406 | -8% |
| Oakland University | $29,225 | $42,782 | +46% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Health Professions bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (7 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Wayne State UniversityDetroit | $14,297 | $34,203* | $92,578 | $18,599 | — |
 Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids | $13,630 | $50,543* | $46,406 | $29,518 | 0.58 |
 Grand Valley State UniversityAllendale | $14,628 | $34,203* | $54,508 | $26,262 | 0.77 |
 Oakland UniversityRochester Hills | $14,694 | $29,225* | $42,782 | $25,000 | 0.86 |
| National Median | — | $38,492* | — | $26,000 | 0.68 |
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 Wayne State University, approximately 43% 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 MI. Actual outcomes may vary.