Compare 6 Polysomnography. programs in Missouri. Average earnings: $53,329.
Polysomnography programs produce graduates earning between $43,189 and $64,891—a $21K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in Missouri, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Saint Louis University's Polysomnography program leads with graduates earning $64,891, well above the state average of $53,329. University of Missouri-Columbia follows at $60,022, while University of Central Missouri delivers $55,553—proving that multiple Missouri programs compete at the top level regardless of overall institutional rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Missouri-Columbia graduates borrow $20,500 and face just a 7.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, University of Central Missouri leads with a 15.4% total burden, demonstrating that the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Saint Louis UniversityPrivate | $64,891 | 33 | $25,000 | Good | $34,177 | Challenging |
| #2 | $60,022 | 87 | $20,500 | Excellent | $32,529 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $55,553 | 24 | $21,000 | Good | $14,000 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Avila UniversityPrivate | $51,775 | 19 | $25,000 | Good | $19,309 | Challenging |
| #5 | $44,544 | 35 | $21,992 | Manageable | $15,092 | Challenging | |
| #6 | $43,189 | 10 | $21,500 | Manageable | $15,000 | 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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