Compare 5 Polysomnography. programs in Illinois. Average earnings: $53,772.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Polysomnography tells a different story. Across 5 programs, earnings range from $26,896 to $70,055—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University Of St Francis's Polysomnography program leads with graduates earning $70,055, well above the $53,772 average. Southern Illinois University-Carbondale follows at $67,464, proving that regional publics compete effectively with private institutions in specialized health fields.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University Of St Francis graduates borrow $21,079 and face just a 6.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale leads with a 13.4% family burden—still manageable for most graduates.
Highest program earnings: $70,055
Strong outcomes with 64% acceptance
6.1% payment burden | Excellent
13.4% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of St FrancisPrivate | $70,055 | 20 | $21,079 | Excellent | $24,148 | Manageable |
| #2 | $67,464 | 61 | $21,543 | Excellent | $19,500 | Manageable | |
| #3 | North Central CollegePrivate | $58,316 | 8 | $24,500 | Good | $30,000 | Challenging |
| #4 | $46,127 | 25 | $20,482 | Good | $28,767 | High | |
| #5 | Olivet Nazarene UniversityPrivate | $26,896 | 7 | $25,000 | High | $21,966 | 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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