Health and Medical Administrative Services at Auburn University

Auburn's Health and Medical Administrative Services program shows promising earnings growth but comes with important caveats about data reliability. With fewer than 30 graduates in the sample, these numbers should inform—not dictate—your decision. That said, the trajectory looks encouraging: graduates start at $45,291 and climb to $61,483 by year four, outpacing both the state median ($40,285) and national average ($44,345).

The debt picture deserves attention. At $25,750, Auburn keeps borrowing well below both Alabama's typical $38,210 and the national $30,998 for this major. That 0.57 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe roughly half their starting salary—manageable by most standards. Among Alabama's 11 programs, this ranks in the 60th percentile for earnings, trailing only Columbia Southern but beating UAB, the state's flagship health sciences institution.

The small sample size means a single high earner or career changer could skew these numbers significantly. If your child is seriously considering this path, dig deeper: What's the job placement rate? Where do graduates actually work? Healthcare administration is broad—roles range from medical office management to hospital operations, each with different earnings potential. Auburn's combination of reasonable debt and solid median outcomes suggests decent value, but verify the program's stability and career support before committing.