Compare 7 Health and Wellness, General. programs in New York. Average earnings: $57,361.
The highest-earning Health and Wellness, General program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $39K earnings gap across 7 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Hofstra University's Health and Wellness, General program leads with graduates earning $78,545, while Touro University follows closely at $77,878. The average across all programs is $57,361, yet these standouts demonstrate that focused program evaluation beats relying on overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Touro University graduates borrow $15,547 and face just a 3.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making strong outcomes genuinely affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Hofstra UniversityPrivate | $78,545 | 25 | $23,621 | Excellent | $56,149 | Challenging |
| #2 | Touro UniversityPrivate | $77,878 | 256 | $15,547 | Excellent | $23,400 | Good |
| #3 | Stony Brook UniversityPublic | $63,797 | 459 | $18,228 | Excellent | $21,400 | Manageable |
| #4 | Utica UniversityPrivate | $53,548 | 105 | $22,500 | Good | $25,500 | Challenging |
| #5 | Pace UniversityPrivate | $46,458 | 38 | $23,250 | Manageable | $46,275 | High |
| #6 | Daemen UniversityPrivate | $41,466 | 17 | $22,091 | Manageable | $19,290 | High |
| #7 | Cuny York CollegePublic | $39,837 | 163 | $11,000 | Good | $11,018 | Challenging |
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 →
