Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$41,507

Est. from TX median (13 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$33,345

Est. from national median (101 programs)

Analysis

Similar health administration programs in Texas typically produce first-year earnings around $41,500—solidly below the national median and far behind what graduates earn from Texas Tech's health sciences center ($56,600) or UT Dallas ($47,800). For an online bachelor's program serving a majority Pell Grant student population, this earnings gap matters. The estimated $33,345 in debt, slightly above state and national norms for this degree, creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.80—manageable on paper but tight when you're making $41,500 in your first year.

The challenge here is opportunity cost. While health administration roles exist across hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies, peer programs in Texas show a $15,000-$25,000 first-year earnings advantage. That spread compounds over a career and affects how quickly graduates can pay down debt while meeting other financial obligations. With 100% acceptance and online delivery, Abilene Christian's accessibility is clear, but accessibility doesn't automatically translate to competitive career positioning.

For families considering this investment: the debt load is typical, but the estimated earnings are in the lower tier for this field in Texas. If convenience and completion matter most—particularly for adult learners balancing work—this program serves that need. But if maximizing earning potential is the priority, other Texas schools with reported outcomes suggest stronger returns are possible in the same field.

Where Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (29 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate OnlineAddison	$14,520	$41,507*	—	$33,345*	—
Baptist Health System School of Health ProfessionsSan Antonio	$14,675	$66,209*	$61,845	$31,731*	0.48
Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterLubbock	—	$56,615*	—	$31,057*	0.55
The University of Texas at DallasRichardson	$14,564	$47,803*	—	$16,123*	0.34
University of Houston-Clear LakeHouston	$7,746	$47,402*	$52,995	$18,025*	0.38
University of Phoenix-TexasDallas	—	$44,580*	$41,208	$51,958*	1.17
National Median	—	$44,345*	—	$30,998*	0.70

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online, approximately 60% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 13 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.