Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences at Cameron University

Cameron University's allied health program tells two different stories depending on where you look. Against other Oklahoma options, the 60th percentile ranking suggests this program outperforms most in-state alternatives, with four-year earnings of $47,440 beating the state median of $26,282. But nationally, graduates land in just the 17th percentile—well below the $32,798 national median. The debt load of $19,396 is relatively modest, and the 73% earnings jump from year one to year four signals graduates are finding their footing in careers that pay better over time.

The catch is sample size: fewer than 30 graduates means these numbers could swing considerably year-to-year. That first-year figure of $27,434 is particularly concerning—it's barely above Oklahoma's state median and suggests graduates may start in entry-level positions before advancing. Still, with 41% of Cameron students on Pell grants, this program offers upward mobility for working-class families in southwest Oklahoma, even if it doesn't match the outcomes of stronger allied health programs elsewhere.

For families staying in Oklahoma, this represents a reasonable path forward with manageable debt and solid mid-career potential. If your student has options at higher-performing programs—especially out of state—compare carefully. The year-four earnings are promising, but that difficult first year matters when loan payments start.