Compare 6 Healthcare Innovation. programs in Wisconsin. Average earnings: $53,627.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Healthcare Innovation tells a different story. Across 6 programs, earnings range from $43,914 to $75,646—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's Healthcare Innovation program leads with graduates earning $75,646, well above the state average of $53,627. This demonstrates how program-specific factors drive outcomes—UW-Eau Claire's dominance here isn't guaranteed by institutional prestige but by program execution.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UW-Eau Claire graduates borrow $20,909 and face just a 5.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.28.
Highest program earnings: $75,646
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
5.4% payment burden | Excellent
9.1% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $75,646 | 59 | $20,909 | Excellent | $12,452 | Good | |
| #2 | $54,465 | 34 | $23,000 | Good | $16,149 | Manageable | |
| #3 | Carroll UniversityPrivate | $50,603 | 33 | $27,000 | Manageable | $32,186 | High |
| #4 | $50,190 | 15 | $20,492 | Good | $13,139 | Manageable | |
| #5 | Viterbo UniversityPrivate | $46,945 | 18 | $25,000 | Manageable | $21,560 | High |
| #6 | $43,914 | 21 | $18,500 | Good | $13,480 | 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 →
