Median Earnings (1yr)
$29,536
66th percentile
60th percentile in Texas
Median Debt
$9,500
8% below national median

Analysis

Concorde Career College-Dallas graduates earn about $6,000 more annually than the typical medical administrative services program in Texas, placing it solidly in the 60th percentile statewide. Starting at $29,536 and climbing to $31,784 after four years, these earnings beat the national benchmark but trail the top community college programs in the state by roughly $3,000-$5,000. The $9,500 debt load is manageableβ€”just 32% of first-year earningsβ€”though it sits at the state median, meaning half of Texas programs send students out with less debt.

The 8% earnings growth over four years is modest but steady, and the program serves a predominantly Pell-eligible population (61%) while maintaining reasonable outcomes. The moderate sample size suggests this isn't a flagship program, but the data is reliable enough to draw conclusions. For context, community colleges like Dallas College and San Jacinto offer stronger earning potential at likely lower cost, though Concorde's open admission policy (97% acceptance) may appeal to students who need flexible entry requirements.

This program delivers what it promises: accessible training that leads to slightly above-average earnings for the field. If your child is set on private career training and values convenience, the debt-to-earnings ratio won't create financial hardship. But if they can navigate community college admission, they'll likely save money upfront and earn more afterward.

Where Concorde Career College-Dallas Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services certificate's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Concorde Career College-Dallas graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
Concorde Career College-Dallas$29,536$31,784+8%
San Jacinto Community College$33,410$37,001+11%
Lamson Institute$29,313$35,485+21%
The College of Health Care Professions-Austin$31,619$33,930+7%
The College of Health Care Professions-Dallas$31,619$33,930+7%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (97 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Concorde Career College-DallasDallasβ€”$29,536$31,784$9,5000.32
Galveston CollegeGalveston$2,546$34,532β€”β€”β€”
Dallas CollegeDallas$2,370$34,135$33,568β€”β€”
San Jacinto Community CollegePasadena$1,992$33,410$37,001$16,0000.48
The College of Health Care Professions-AustinAustinβ€”$31,619$33,930$9,5000.30
The College of Health Care Professions-DallasDallasβ€”$31,619$33,930$9,5000.30
National Medianβ€”$27,783β€”$10,3720.37

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree
About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Concorde Career College-Dallas, approximately 61% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 53 graduates with reported earnings and 60 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.