Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at Western Michigan University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University | — | $66,266 | $26,668 | — |
| Saginaw Valley State University | $59,937 | — | $18,500 | 0.31 |
| Grand Valley State University | $43,631 | $39,784 | $27,000 | 0.62 |
| Central Michigan University | $39,008 | $45,042 | $27,000 | 0.69 |
| Eastern Michigan University | $33,926 | $45,854 | $27,425 | 0.81 |
| National Median | $35,966 | — | $26,250 | 0.73 |
Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $12,240 | $59,937 | $18,500 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $14,628 | $43,631 | $27,000 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $39,008 | $27,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $15,510 | $33,926 | $27,425 |
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 Michigan University, approximately 25% 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.