Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Dorsey College-Roseville

Dorsey College-Roseville's medical assisting program produces graduates earning about $1,900 less than the Michigan median and $2,800 below the national average. While this places the program in the bottom quarter nationally, it performs somewhat better within Michigan, ranking at the 40th percentile among the state's 54 programs. The concerning reality is that top Michigan programs like Montcalm Community College produce graduates earning $10,000 more annually—a significant difference in this field.

The financial picture offers some relief: graduates leave with $13,000 in debt compared to the typical $9,500 for similar programs, but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.53 remains manageable. More troubling is the complete earnings stagnation—graduates earn essentially the same four years post-graduation as they do in their first year, suggesting limited career advancement potential within this pathway.

For families considering this investment, the program delivers entry-level medical assisting credentials at a reasonable debt load, but the earnings ceiling appears low. Given that community colleges in Michigan offer similar training with better outcomes and likely lower costs, parents should carefully compare options before committing to Dorsey's program.