Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at All-State Career-Baltimore

Among Maryland's allied health programs, this one ranks near the bottom—10th percentile statewide—with first-year earnings of $36,726 compared to the state median of $55,552. That's a $19,000 gap against local alternatives, including nearby Community College of Baltimore County where graduates earn nearly double at $68,132. The $24,222 in debt is actually above the state median ($18,622), despite the program's weaker earnings outcomes. This means students are borrowing more for a credential that delivers significantly less than what's available at other Maryland institutions.

The 32% earnings growth to year four is the program's strongest feature, bringing graduates to $48,347—still below the state median, but closing the gap somewhat. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.66 becomes manageable as earnings rise. However, two-thirds of students receive Pell grants, suggesting many come from families where taking on debt for below-market outcomes carries real risk.

For Maryland families, this is a concerning choice when community colleges like Anne Arundel or Baltimore County offer the same credential type with dramatically better employment outcomes. The financial difference isn't marginal—it's the equivalent of an entire year's salary over the first four years of a career. Unless there are compelling accessibility or scheduling reasons, in-state alternatives present substantially better value.