Health and Medical Administrative Services at City University of Seattle

Healthcare administration in Washington State typically commands stronger starting salaries than the national average, and similar programs here suggest first-year earnings around $49,866—about $5,500 above the national median for this credential. That's a meaningful premium, particularly in Seattle's competitive healthcare market where administrative professionals are in steady demand across hospital systems, clinics, and insurance providers.

The challenge lies in the debt picture. While peer programs nationally carry about $31,000 in debt, City University of Seattle's estimates suggest closer to $33,345—nearly double the $16,293 median for Washington State programs. That creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.67, manageable but not comfortable, especially when neighboring programs appear to produce similar earnings with significantly less borrowing. Programs like Eastern Washington and UW-Seattle demonstrate that Washington students can access this field without taking on substantially higher debt loads.

For families considering this program, the question becomes whether City University's specific advantages—perhaps schedule flexibility, location, or support services—justify the estimated additional borrowing. The earnings potential looks solid for healthcare administration, but the debt premium over state alternatives means your child would likely start their career with a heavier repayment burden than necessary. If keeping debt below $20,000 is possible here through scholarships or part-time attendance, this becomes more attractive; otherwise, compare carefully against those state alternatives.