Compare 10 Polysomnography. programs in Michigan. Average earnings: $56,423.
Polysomnography programs produce graduates earning between $45,630 and $66,403—a $21K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 10 ranked programs in Michigan, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Siena Heights University's Polysomnography program leads with graduates earning $66,403, followed by University of Michigan-Flint at $64,434 and Wayne State University at $62,909. The statewide average of $56,423 shows that smaller programs can outperform larger institutions when evaluated on actual outcomes rather than name recognition.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Siena Heights graduates borrow $18,750 and face just a 5.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Wayne State offers similar value with a 7.2% burden, proving that top-performing programs can also be financially manageable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Siena Heights UniversityPrivate | $66,403 | 63 | $18,750 | Excellent | $17,192 | Manageable |
| #2 | $64,434 | 11 | $25,000 | Good | $12,953 | Manageable | |
| #3 | Wayne State UniversityPublic | $62,909 | 20 | $21,250 | Excellent | $16,378 | Manageable |
| #4 | $60,566 | 65 | $24,500 | Good | $26,392 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Ferris State UniversityPublic | $59,538 | 18 | $21,000 | Excellent | $14,849 | Manageable |
| #6 | Baker CollegePrivate | $56,361 | 6 | $25,000 | Good | $9,540 | Manageable |
| #7 | Oakland UniversityPublic | $53,358 | 25 | $22,750 | Good | $17,858 | Challenging |
| #8 | $48,978 | 18 | $23,250 | Manageable | $37,401 | High | |
| #9 | $46,057 | 7 | $26,188 | Manageable | $22,488 | High | |
| #10 | $45,630 | 27 | $27,000 | Manageable | $23,103 | 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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