Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Concorde Career College-Aurora

Concorde Career College-Aurora's medical assisting program delivers strong national performance but falls short of Colorado's competitive landscape. While graduates earn $30,907 in their first year—placing the program at the 75th percentile nationally—this same outcome only reaches the 40th percentile among Colorado programs. The $9,500 debt load creates a manageable 0.31 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates can realistically handle payments.

The bigger concern is Colorado's robust market for this field, where several competitors significantly outperform Concorde. Emily Griffith Technical College graduates earn $39,475 annually, while Front Range Community College produces $35,838 earners—both substantially higher than Concorde's outcomes. Even nearby Pima Medical Institute programs in Denver and Colorado Springs edge ahead at $31,915. The modest 3% earnings growth over four years suggests limited advancement potential compared to other healthcare pathways.

For Colorado families, this program represents a safe but underwhelming choice. The debt burden won't crush your child financially, and the 100% admission rate ensures access. However, given Colorado's strong community college system and the clear performance advantage at schools like Emily Griffith and Front Range, exploring those alternatives first makes financial sense. If those options don't work out due to timing or location constraints, Concorde provides a viable backup plan rather than an optimal investment.