Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Clovis Community College

Clovis Community College graduates from this program earn $41,422 in their first year—solidly above the national median of $36,862 for allied health associate's programs and matching the New Mexico median exactly. While the debt figure of $17,606 is estimated from comparable two-year institutions nationally (actual debt data for this program wasn't published due to small cohort size), that estimate suggests a manageable 0.43 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates would owe less than half their first-year salary.

The earnings trajectory here is stable rather than spectacular, with graduates seeing modest 8% growth to $44,814 by year four. This places the program in the middle tier of New Mexico's allied health offerings—trailing Pima Medical Institute's $49,969 outcomes but outperforming several competitors. For a field where steady employment matters more than dramatic salary jumps, these figures indicate the program delivers what students need to enter the workforce effectively.

The estimated debt load, if accurate, makes this program financially accessible compared to similar programs statewide, where the median sits at $22,061. With nearly a third of students receiving Pell grants, Clovis appears to serve cost-conscious students well. The key uncertainty is whether actual debt aligns with the national estimate—individual circumstances vary considerably. If you're financing this degree, confirm the specific financial aid package before committing, but the earning power appears strong enough to support typical community college debt levels.