Communication Disorders Sciences and Services

Doctoral degree · Rush University · Chicago, IL

CIP 51.02

$80,786Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$157,058Median federal debt
—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at Rush University earn a median of $80,786 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $88,343 four years after graduating (middle half: $75,184–$105,210). Median debt is $157,058, about 194% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Communication Disorders Sciences and Services (Doctoral degree) at other Illinois schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Northwestern University
Evanston
$82,034$63,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication Disorders Sciences and Services graduates from Rush University make?

The median salary is $80,786 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $157,058.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.