Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How Western Kentucky University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky University | $54,058 | $58,392 | +8% |
| University of Louisville | $54,030 | $61,750 | +14% |
| Murray State University | $47,646 | $53,977 | +13% |
| University of Kentucky | $55,331 | $52,062 | -6% |
| Eastern Kentucky University | $53,855 | $47,047 | -13% |
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Communication Disorders Sciences and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (5 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Western Kentucky UniversityBowling Green | $11,436 | $54,058 | $58,392 | — | — |
 University of KentuckyLexington | $13,212 | $55,331 | $52,062 | — | — |
 University of LouisvilleLouisville | $12,828 | $54,030 | $61,750 | — | — |
 Eastern Kentucky UniversityRichmond | $10,130 | $53,855 | $47,047 | — | — |
 Murray State UniversityMurray | $9,708 | $47,646 | $53,977 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $59,150 | — | — | — |
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Occupations commonly associated with communication disorders sciences and services graduates
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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 Western Kentucky University, approximately 29% 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.