Compare 8 Polysomnography. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $55,674.
The highest-earning Polysomnography program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $29K earnings gap across 8 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Indiana University-Indianapolis's Polysomnography program leads with graduates earning $71,669. The average across all programs is $55,674, yet IU-Indianapolis outperforms others while maintaining an 81% acceptance rate—proof that accessible programs can deliver top outcomes.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Indiana University-Indianapolis graduates borrow $20,000 and face just a 5.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, IU-Kokomo leads with a 10.8% family burden—still in the 'Good' tier.
Highest program earnings: $71,669
Strong outcomes ($71,669) with 81% acceptance
5.6% payment burden | Excellent
10.8% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $71,669 | 57 | $20,000 | Excellent | $17,205 | Good | |
| #2 | $64,703 | 22 | $21,710 | Excellent | $12,000 | Good | |
| #3 | $60,380 | 10 | $16,961 | Excellent | $11,210 | Good | |
| #4 | $57,240 | 64 | $20,105 | Excellent | $13,626 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $54,543 | 16 | $19,509 | Good | $32,850 | Challenging | |
| #6 | $51,836 | 19 | $21,500 | Good | $12,362 | Manageable | |
| #7 | Ball State UniversityPublic | $42,682 | 21 | $23,250 | Manageable | $20,800 | High |
| #8 | Indiana State UniversityPublic | $42,336 | 20 | $24,000 | Manageable | $17,049 | High |
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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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