Compare 9 Healthcare Innovation. programs in North Carolina. Average earnings: $45,350.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Healthcare Innovation tells a different story. Across 9 programs, earnings range from $32,069 to $54,033—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Campbell University's Healthcare Innovation program leads with graduates earning $54,033, well above the $45,350 average. East Carolina University follows at $53,399 with a larger 64-student cohort, while Appalachian State rounds out the top three at $52,157—proving regional publics compete effectively in specialized health fields.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UNC Chapel Hill graduates borrow $14,000 and face just a 6.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their $52,107 post-grad income, making it the clear affordability winner.
Highest program earnings: $54,033
Strong outcomes with 94% acceptance
6.5% payment burden | Excellent
19.9% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Campbell UniversityPrivate | $54,033 | 25 | $22,500 | Good | $40,055 | High |
| #2 | East Carolina UniversityPublic | $53,399 | 64 | $22,750 | Good | $19,710 | Challenging |
| #3 | $52,157 | 59 | $20,231 | Good | $21,919 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $52,107 | 44 | $14,000 | Excellent | $25,072 | Challenging | |
| #5 | University Of Mount OlivePrivate | $45,947 | 46 | $27,209 | Manageable | $15,000 | High |
| #6 | $42,216 | 90 | $25,000 | Manageable | $12,030 | High | |
| #7 | Gardner-Webb UniversityPrivate | $39,472 | 14 | $24,222 | Challenging | $19,524 | High |
| #8 | $36,749 | 333 | $21,500 | Challenging | $19,809 | High | |
| #9 | $32,069 | 31 | $22,987 | High | $8,791 | 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 →
