Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Master's degree · Northwestern University · Evanston, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at Northwestern University earn a median of $47,186 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $71,416 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,551–$86,212). Median debt is $112,106, about 238% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rush University Chicago | $78,532 | $93,667 |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove Downers Grove | $74,591 | $142,585 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $70,116 | $64,000 |
| Governors State University University Park | $69,605 | $69,700 |
| Chicago State University Chicago | $67,878 | $61,462 |
| Elmhurst University Elmhurst | $65,792 | $61,373 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $58,719 | $40,400 |
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago Chicago | $49,062 | $69,198 |
| Adler University Chicago | $46,611 | $101,936 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions graduates from Northwestern University make?
The median salary is $47,186 one year after graduation and $84,551 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $112,106.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.