Compare 5 Healthcare Innovation. programs in Massachusetts. Average earnings: $54,386.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Healthcare Innovation tells a different story. Across 5 programs, earnings range from $29,685 to $72,627—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Northeastern University's Healthcare Innovation program leads with graduates earning $72,627, nearly $20,000 above the $54,386 average. But Stonehill College follows closely at $71,297 with a 73% acceptance rate—proof that accessible programs can compete with highly selective ones.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Northeastern graduates borrow $24,250 and face just a 6.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Stonehill achieves similar earnings ($71,297) with comparable student debt, though family borrowing pushes total debt higher at $83,576.
Highest program earnings: $72,627
Strong outcomes with 73% acceptance
6.6% payment burden | Excellent - payment under 8% of discretionary
17.7% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Northeastern UniversityPrivate | $72,627 | 129 | $24,250 | Excellent | $34,984 | Manageable |
| #2 | Stonehill CollegePrivate | $71,297 | 20 | $25,000 | Excellent | $58,576 | High |
| #3 | Fisher CollegePrivate | $57,817 | 17 | $25,000 | Good | $29,228 | Challenging |
| #4 | Salem State UniversityPublic | $40,506 | 35 | $25,000 | Challenging | $21,128 | High |
| #5 | $29,685 | 10 | $25,000 | High | $28,117 | 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.
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