Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Allen School-Jamaica

This Allen School program delivers solid value in the medical assisting field, with graduates earning notably above national averages and carrying manageable debt. At $29,867 in first-year earnings, graduates outperform 68% of similar programs nationally and 60% within New York state, where the median for this field is $27,960. The debt load of $9,500 creates a very reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.32, meaning graduates earn over three times their debt in their first year.

While earnings growth is modest at 6% over four years, the financial foundation is strong from day one. The program ranks in the middle nationally for debt levels, but given that 93% of students receive Pell grants, this suggests the school serves a population that truly needs affordable career training. The debt level is also slightly above New York's state median of $8,198, but the higher earnings more than compensate.

The program won't make your child wealthy—top New York programs like Mildred Elley produce graduates earning $35,000+—but it provides reliable entry into healthcare with minimal financial risk. For families seeking stable employment in a growing field without crushing debt, this represents a practical investment that pays off quickly.