Compare 9 Healthcare Innovation. programs in Missouri. Average earnings: $52,542.
With top graduates earning $70,423, Healthcare Innovation. stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $18K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Saint Louis University's Healthcare Innovation. program leads with graduates earning $70,423, well above the $52,542 average across Missouri's 9 programs. Columbia College follows at $57,468, while Missouri Western State University rounds out the top three at $56,691—demonstrating that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Saint Louis University graduates borrow $25,000 and face just a 7.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, Missouri Western State University leads with a 13.3% family burden including parent loans—proof that the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Saint Louis UniversityPrivate | $70,423 | 68 | $25,000 | Excellent | $34,177 | Challenging |
| #2 | Columbia CollegePrivate | $57,468 | 40 | $23,879 | Good | $10,000 | Manageable |
| #3 | $56,691 | 10 | $19,968 | Good | $11,334 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Stephens CollegePrivate | $54,035 | 16 | $27,000 | Good | $27,900 | High |
| #5 | Avila UniversityPrivate | $53,937 | 13 | $25,000 | Good | $19,309 | Challenging |
| #6 | Missouri Baptist UniversityPrivate | $53,555 | 28 | $22,500 | Good | $17,265 | Challenging |
| #7 | Lindenwood UniversityPrivate | $49,588 | 52 | $26,000 | Manageable | $18,445 | Challenging |
| #8 | Southwest Baptist UniversityPrivate | $38,801 | 9 | $20,957 | Manageable | $17,747 | High |
| #9 | $38,382 | 34 | $21,500 | Challenging | $15,000 | 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 →
