Analysis
A debt load of $47,375 against estimated first-year earnings of $39,722 creates an immediate cash flow challenge—that's 119% of starting salary, well above the 100% threshold financial advisors recommend. Based on comparable bachelor's programs in Florida, this estimated debt burden is notably higher than the state median of $42,867 for similar programs, and it's $16,000 more than the national benchmark. For a school serving a substantial Pell-eligible population (46%), that premium matters considerably.
The earnings picture compounds the concern. While Florida's healthcare administration market generally pays less than the national median ($39,722 versus $44,345), other programs in the state demonstrate that significantly higher outcomes are achievable—Barry University graduates earn $61,949, and even more accessible programs like Rasmussen and DeVry show graduates starting in the mid-$40,000s. These peer programs suggest the field can support better returns, raising questions about what's driving the gap here.
With monthly loan payments potentially consuming 15-20% of take-home pay for a decade, this program requires careful financial planning. Before committing, compare actual job placement rates and employer partnerships with those top-performing programs, and run the numbers on whether any aid package can bring that debt figure down closer to $35,000—the point where this investment starts making mathematical sense.
Where Ana G. Mendez University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (34 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $13,575 | $39,722* | — | $47,375* | — | |
| $33,450 | $61,949* | $52,627 | $35,375* | 0.57 | |
| $15,117 | $46,361* | $49,420 | $44,359* | 0.96 | |
| $17,488 | $43,316* | $50,285 | $54,705* | 1.26 | |
| $2,563 | $42,545* | — | $15,000* | 0.35 | |
| $28,360 | $42,266* | $48,651 | $41,375* | 0.98 | |
| National Median | — | $44,345* | — | $30,998* | 0.70 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates
Information Security Analysts
Medical and Health Services Managers
Administrative Services Managers
Facilities Managers
Security Managers
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Computer Programmers
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Compliance Officers
Environmental Compliance Inspectors
Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators
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 Ana G. Mendez University, approximately 46% 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 18 similar programs in FL. Actual outcomes may vary.