Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Allen School-Brooklyn

Allen School-Brooklyn's Allied Health and Medical Assisting program delivers solid, if unspectacular, returns that outperform national benchmarks while falling in the middle of New York's competitive landscape. With first-year earnings of $29,867—about $2,700 above the national median and nearly $2,000 above New York's state median—graduates earn decent starting salaries that rank in the 68th percentile nationally and 60th percentile statewide. The modest $9,500 debt load creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.32, meaning graduates typically dedicate less than a third of their first-year income to loan payments.

However, the limited earnings growth presents a concern. Salaries increase by just 6% over four years, reaching only $31,550—well below what top-performing New York programs achieve (some reach $35,000+). This suggests the program may limit long-term earning potential compared to alternatives within the state.

For families seeking an affordable entry point into healthcare with reasonable debt, this program offers a viable path. The 95% Pell Grant recipient rate indicates the school serves primarily low-income students effectively. But if your child has access to higher-performing programs in New York, those might justify exploring for better long-term financial outcomes, even with potentially higher upfront costs.