Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Barton College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$38,406

Est. from NC median (10 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$25,605

Est. from NC median (3 programs)

Analysis

Looking at similar healthcare administration bachelor's programs across North Carolina suggests first-year earnings around $38,400 and debt near $25,600—a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.67 that falls within manageable territory. However, it's worth noting that this estimate places Barton roughly in line with the state median, while peer programs at UNC-Chapel Hill and University of Mount Olive report significantly higher starting salaries in the mid-$40,000s to nearly $50,000 range.

The debt burden appears reasonable compared to both state and national benchmarks for healthcare administration programs, which typically see graduates carrying $26,000 to $31,000. With 37% of Barton students receiving Pell grants, financial accessibility seems to be part of the school's mission. The challenge is that healthcare administrative roles increasingly demand additional certifications or graduate credentials for advancement, meaning this bachelor's degree may represent just the first step in credentialing rather than a complete career preparation.

The practical question is whether Barton provides sufficient career services, internship connections, and job placement support to help graduates land positions that match or exceed these estimated earnings. Given the wide variation in outcomes among NC programs—from under $39,000 to nearly $50,000—the quality of the program's industry relationships likely matters more than the credential itself. If your student is considering this path, focus conversations with admissions on specific employment outcomes and employer partnerships rather than accepting estimated figures as definitive.

Where Barton College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (20 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Barton CollegeWilson	$35,600	$38,406*	—	$25,605*	—
University of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill	$8,989	$49,967*	—	—*	—
University of Mount OliveMount Olive	$25,950	$43,807*	$45,947	$40,670*	0.93
Campbell UniversityBuies Creek	$40,410	$39,522*	$54,033	$25,605*	0.65
Gardner-Webb UniversityBoiling Springs	$33,450	$39,472*	—	$24,312*	0.62
East Carolina UniversityGreenville	$7,361	$38,900*	$53,399	$24,459*	0.63
National Median	—	$44,345*	—	$30,998*	0.70

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 Barton College, approximately 37% 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 10 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.