Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at Beal University

Analysis

Beal University's Health and Medical Administrative Services associate's degree produces earnings just above $35,000 in the first year—beating the national median by about $3,700 and landing in the 68th percentile nationally. With just 8 schools offering this program in Maine, this appears to be one of the better options in-state, hitting the 60th percentile for state earnings. The $19,900 in median debt sits well below the national median of $23,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.56 that most graduates should be able to manage with standard repayment plans.

However, the small sample size here (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift significantly year to year. The 64% Pell grant rate suggests this program serves many students from lower-income backgrounds, for whom that sub-$20,000 debt load is particularly important. Medical administrative roles typically offer steady demand and predictable hours—valuable qualities even if the pay doesn't lead to dramatic income growth.

For families weighing this program, the combination of below-average debt and above-average starting pay makes it a relatively safe bet among healthcare administration programs. Just recognize that you're relying on limited data, and individual outcomes may vary more than usual.

Where Beal University Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Beal University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Beal UniversityBangor	—	$35,481	—	$19,894	0.56
Southern New Hampshire UniversityManchester	$16,450	$52,549	—	$12,648	0.24
Fisher CollegeBoston	$35,013	$51,420	$62,198	$21,913	0.43
Gateway Community and Technical CollegeFlorence	$4,656	$48,917	$31,103	—	—
Santa Barbara City CollegeSanta Barbara	$1,234	$48,712	—	$23,505	0.48
Portland Community CollegePortland	$5,040	$46,532	$51,755	$28,402	0.61
National Median	—	$31,719	—	$23,000	0.73

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 Beal University, approximately 64% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 21 graduates with reported earnings and 26 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.