Public Health at Bryant & Stratton College-Parma

Bryant & Stratton College-Parma's Public Health associate program charges significantly more than typical for this field—graduates carry $30,312 in debt compared to the $20,000 national median, ranking this among the most expensive 5% of similar programs. Yet earnings tell a more nuanced story: first-year graduates earn $33,828, landing at the 75th percentile nationally and solidly in the middle of Ohio programs. Among Ohio's six schools offering this degree, Bryant & Stratton performs comparably on both earnings and debt, suggesting the entire state's programs run expensive for this credential.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.90 means graduates face nearly a full year's salary in loans—manageable but tight for associate degree holders. The positive sign is 12% earnings growth through year four, reaching $38,013, which outpaces inflation and suggests the credential builds genuine career momentum. With 68% of students receiving Pell grants, this program serves many first-generation and lower-income students who may have limited alternatives.

For families, the question is whether $10,000+ in additional debt above the national average makes sense for middle-of-the-pack Ohio earnings. If your student has access to lower-cost community college options offering similar programs, explore those first. But if Bryant & Stratton's career services and support structure help ensure program completion—critical for students who might otherwise not finish—the premium could justify itself through degree attainment alone.