Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Ranked 11th of 22 doctoral (professional) programs in Communication Disorders Sciences and Services by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Communication Disorders Sciences and Services (doctoral (professional)) graduates.
Graduates of Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center's doctoral (professional) program in Communication Disorders Sciences and Services earn a median $78,335 one year after graduating, rising to $91,987 by year five. Five years out, earnings run 3% above the national median of $89,177 for this field, ranking 11th of 22 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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