Health and Medical Administrative Services at Campbell University

Campbell's health administration program starts slow but catches up dramatically—first-year graduates earn just $39,522, but by year four that jumps 37% to $54,033. That puts graduates comfortably above both state and national medians after a few years in the workforce, though the initial earnings lag means you're in the 24th percentile nationally right out of school. Within North Carolina, this program actually ranks in the 60th percentile, outperforming most in-state alternatives including East Carolina and Appalachian State.

The $25,605 debt burden is slightly below the state median and reasonable given where earnings land after four years, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.65. The real question is whether families can weather that first year or two of below-average pay while graduates gain traction in their careers. The strong upward trajectory suggests Campbell's graduates find their footing, but it requires patience.

For families comfortable with a slower start in exchange for solid mid-term prospects, this program delivers competitive value within North Carolina's market. Just understand you're paying for long-term positioning rather than immediate earning power, and that first year will be tight financially.