Human Services at Bryant & Stratton College-Parma

Bryant & Stratton College-Parma's Human Services associate degree sits squarely at the national median for earnings—graduates earn $31,677 in their first year. What's more interesting is the debt picture: at $29,279, this program carries substantially more debt than the national typical ($20,440), though it's actually slightly below the Ohio median of $29,568. This suggests that higher debt loads may be common among Ohio's Human Services programs, possibly reflecting regional cost structures or financial aid patterns.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.92 means graduates face nearly a year's worth of debt relative to their first-year income. Given that 68% of students here receive Pell grants, many families are already operating on tight budgets, making this debt burden consequential. The program does perform in the 60th percentile for earnings among Ohio schools, showing it's competitive regionally even if the absolute dollar amount feels modest.

For families considering this path, the core question is sustainability: can your child manage a $300-350 monthly loan payment on a $31,000 salary while building toward higher-paying social services roles? The earnings are predictable and the program delivers regional competitiveness, but the debt load requires careful financial planning. If your child is committed to human services work and understands the financial realities, this represents a viable entry point—just ensure you're minimizing borrowing wherever possible.