Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at City College-Altamonte Springs

City College-Altamonte Springs graduates in this allied health program earn roughly $40,000 annually—about $14,000 less than the Florida median and a striking $25,000 below what graduates from nearby Seminole State College earn in the same field. While the $30,500 debt load might seem manageable in isolation, it represents one of the highest debt burdens nationally for this program type (95th percentile), combined with earnings that rank in just the 25th percentile among Florida schools. Essentially, graduates here are borrowing significantly more to earn significantly less than peers across the state.

The nearly flat earnings trajectory—just 2% growth over four years—is particularly troubling for an allied health field that typically offers steady career progression. Most concerning is that over half of students here receive Pell grants, meaning lower-income families are taking on above-average debt for below-average outcomes. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) does warrant caution, but when numbers are this far below both state and national benchmarks, it's hard to attribute the gap to statistical noise alone.

For families comparing Florida options, this program's value proposition is weak. Other community colleges in the state—many with open or easier admission—consistently produce graduates earning 50-60% more with less debt. Unless there are compelling geographic or personal circumstances, prospective students should explore these alternatives first.