Compare 6 Health and Wellness, General. programs in Missouri. Average earnings: $48,679.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Health and Wellness, General. tells a different story. Across 6 programs, earnings range from $32,268 to $65,693—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Saint Louis University's Health and Wellness program leads with graduates earning $65,693, well above the $48,679 average. Missouri State University-Springfield follows at $54,456, while University of Missouri-Columbia produces $52,147—proving that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Saint Louis University graduates borrow $25,000 and face just a 7.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, Missouri State offers the best value with a 16.9% family burden compared to Mizzou's 26.9%.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Saint Louis UniversityPrivate | $65,693 | 37 | $25,000 | Excellent | $34,177 | Challenging |
| #2 | $54,456 | 32 | $21,992 | Good | $15,092 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $52,147 | 478 | $20,500 | Good | $32,529 | High | |
| #4 | $46,821 | 96 | $18,750 | Good | $18,462 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $40,689 | 45 | $21,000 | Manageable | $14,000 | High | |
| #6 | $32,268 | 35 | $21,500 | High | $15,803 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
