Median Earnings (1yr)
$63,565
87th percentile (60th in PA)
Median Debt
$19,250
1% above national median
Debt-to-Earnings
0.30
Manageable
Sample Size
26
Limited data

Analysis

Bucks County Community College graduates from this allied health program are earning $63,565 just one year out—impressive for an associate degree, though you should know these figures come from fewer than 30 graduates, making them less reliable. What's notable here is the spread: these earnings significantly outpace the national median ($54,327) and land well above Pennsylvania's typical result ($51,312), placing this program among the stronger performers in the state even if it doesn't quite reach the very top.

The debt load of $19,250 is essentially average for this field, resulting in a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.30—a comfortable cushion that suggests graduates can manage repayment without strain. The real question is whether this program can consistently deliver these outcomes with a larger cohort, or whether these numbers reflect a particularly successful small group of graduates whose career paths might not represent what every student experiences.

For a family considering community college as an affordable entry into healthcare, the fundamentals look sound: reasonable debt and strong earning potential. Just recognize that with such a limited sample, you're betting on a track record that isn't yet fully established. If your student is serious about allied health and values staying local, this program appears to be a solid choice—but comparing it with nearby schools like Lackawanna or Delaware County, which have similar or slightly higher outcomes, could be worth the effort.

Where Bucks County Community College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions associates's programs nationally

Bucks County Community CollegeOther allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions programs

Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.

Earnings Distribution

How Bucks County Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Bucks County Community College graduates earn $64k, placing them in the 87th percentile of all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions associates programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (37 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Bucks County Community College$63,565—$19,2500.30
Lackawanna College$65,584$54,169$24,8750.38
Delaware County Community College$65,167$53,012$21,1360.32
Harrisburg Area Community College$62,227$58,723$24,1500.39
Community College of Philadelphia$59,791$69,740$22,7600.38
Laurel Business Institute$58,364$46,125$21,9460.38
National Median$54,327—$19,1130.35

Other Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Programs in Pennsylvania

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Lackawanna College
Scranton
$17,950$65,584$24,875
Delaware County Community College
Media
$6,660$65,167$21,136
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg
$7,373$62,227$24,150
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia
$4,632$59,791$22,760
Laurel Business Institute
Uniontown
$11,470$58,364$21,946

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 Bucks County Community College, approximately 22% 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 26 graduates with reported earnings and 26 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.