Compare 9 Healthcare Innovation. programs in Michigan. Average earnings: $47,480.
With top graduates earning $59,162, Healthcare Innovation stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $12K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Central Michigan University's Healthcare Innovation program leads with graduates earning $59,162, well above the state average of $47,480. Ferris State follows at $51,123, while University of Michigan-Dearborn rounds out the top three at $50,435. The data shows regional publics dominating this specialized field.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Central Michigan graduates borrow $27,000 and face just a 10.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. For families, Ferris State leads with an 18.3% family burden, proving that the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $59,162 | 48 | $27,000 | Good | $23,103 | Challenging | |
| #2 | Ferris State UniversityPublic | $51,123 | 52 | $21,000 | Good | $14,849 | Challenging |
| #3 | $50,435 | 30 | $22,500 | Good | $16,132 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $47,243 | 75 | $25,000 | Manageable | $16,878 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Davenport UniversityPrivate | $47,057 | 45 | $26,000 | Manageable | $18,037 | High |
| #6 | $45,443 | 126 | $26,188 | Manageable | $22,488 | High | |
| #7 | $44,638 | 50 | $25,000 | Manageable | $12,953 | Challenging | |
| #8 | Baker CollegePrivate | $42,188 | 110 | $25,000 | Manageable | $9,540 | High |
| #9 | $40,032 | 40 | $24,500 | Challenging | $26,392 | 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 →
