Median Earnings (1yr)
$23,887
21st percentile
25th percentile in Maryland
Median Debt
$13,000
25% above national median

Analysis

All-State Career-Baltimore's healthcare administration certificate sits in the bottom quartile both nationally and within Maryland, where it ranks below 75% of similar programs. With first-year earnings of $23,887β€”nearly $6,000 below Maryland's median for this credentialβ€”graduates face a challenging financial start. Even nearby alternatives like Hagerstown Community College ($33,686) and Fortis College-Landover ($30,540) deliver substantially stronger outcomes.

The program does show encouraging earnings growth, with incomes climbing 23% to $29,356 by year four, essentially reaching Maryland's median. The $13,000 debt load, while close to state norms, translates to a manageable 0.54 ratio against first-year earnings. With two-thirds of students receiving Pell grants, the school clearly serves students who need affordable pathways into healthcare administration.

However, the core issue remains: why start behind when other Maryland programs offer better entry points into the same field? That $6,000 first-year earnings gap represents real money for families already stretching budgets. Unless location or specific program features make alternatives impractical, Maryland families should explore the higher-performing certificate programs in the state that provide stronger immediate returns for similar investment.

Where All-State Career-Baltimore Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How All-State Career-Baltimore graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
All-State Career-Baltimore$23,887$29,356+23%
Durham Technical Community College$70,267$55,326-21%
Gwinnett Technical College$41,337$49,199+19%
Fortis College-Landover$30,540$32,574+7%
Fortis Institute-Towson$29,157$29,727+2%

Compare to Similar Programs in Maryland

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (15 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
All-State Career-BaltimoreBaltimoreβ€”$23,887$29,356$13,0000.54
Hagerstown Community CollegeHagerstown$4,320$33,686β€”$16,3750.49
Fortis College-LandoverLandover$15,537$30,540$32,574$10,8130.35
Fortis Institute-TowsonTowsonβ€”$29,157$29,727$13,9400.48
National Medianβ€”$27,783β€”$10,3720.37

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 All-State Career-Baltimore, approximately 66% 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.