Public Health at Westminster University

Westminster's Public Health program shows an unusual earnings pattern that demands careful interpretation, especially given the small graduate pool. Students start strong at $47,365—well above the national median and outpacing most Utah competitors except Utah State. However, earnings drop to $38,161 by year four, creating an uncomfortable trajectory that's difficult to explain from limited data.

The debt picture offers some reassurance. At $24,656, graduates borrow less than the national median and face a manageable 0.52 debt-to-earnings ratio initially. But here's the catch: compared to Utah's other public health programs, Westminster students carry significantly more debt ($24,656 vs. the state median of $14,541) while landing in the middle of the pack for earnings. Programs at Weber State and Utah Valley deliver comparable outcomes with roughly half the borrowing.

That declining earnings trend is the real wildcard. With fewer than 30 graduates tracked, this could reflect individual career choices rather than program performance. The first-year numbers suggest graduates are competitive in the job market, but parents should investigate why earnings might drop over time. If your child is committed to public health and Westminster specifically, the debt is serviceable—just know you're paying a premium compared to state alternatives without clear evidence of a payoff.