Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Angelina College

First-year earnings of $54,570 put Angelina College's allied health program right in the middle of the national pack, though it trails the Texas median by about $1,400. Based on comparable programs across the state, graduates likely face around $13,500 in debt—substantially less than both the state median ($17,249) and national median ($19,113) for this field. That modest debt load relative to earnings suggests a manageable financial start, with debt representing just three months of first-year income.

The concerning pattern emerges in year four, when earnings drop to $51,639 rather than climbing. This 5% decline is unusual for healthcare programs and warrants attention. It could reflect credential limitations in higher-paying specialties, graduates shifting to part-time work, or local market constraints in the Lufkin area. The gap between Angelina and top Texas programs is substantial—Hill College and South Texas College graduates earn $15,000-$25,000 more annually.

For families prioritizing low debt and quick entry to healthcare work, this program delivers on affordability. However, the stagnant earnings trajectory and performance below stronger Texas programs suggests investigating which specific allied health tracks this associate's prepares students for, and whether those lead to licensure or certificates that command better wages. The financial risk is low, but so may be the ceiling.