Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Doctoral degree · East Tennessee State University · Johnson City, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at East Tennessee State University earn a median of $73,616 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,893 four years after graduating (middle half: $68,836–$95,078). Median debt is $87,258, about 119% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Doctoral degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis | $74,717 | $61,500 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $73,220 | $77,348 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $72,301 | $74,500 |
| Belmont University Nashville | $71,202 | $145,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions graduates from East Tennessee State University make?
The median salary is $73,616 one year after graduation and $83,355 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $87,258.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.