Health and Medical Administrative Services at Dorsey College-Woodhaven

Dorsey College-Woodhaven's certificate graduates start at just $21,780—roughly $6,000 below the Michigan median for this program and ranking in the 10th percentile nationally. That's a significant gap in a field where many community colleges and technical schools produce stronger outcomes. The $16,166 in debt loads students with nearly nine months of first-year earnings to repay, and even after four years, when earnings climb to $26,680, graduates still trail the state median.

The program's 40th percentile ranking among Michigan schools tells the story: you're paying more and earning less than half the in-state alternatives. Ross Medical Education Centers across Michigan consistently produce graduates earning $28,000+, while Schoolcraft Community College delivers nearly $30,000—both likely with less debt than Dorsey's students carry. With 82% of Dorsey students receiving Pell grants, many families here are already stretching financially, making that debt-to-earnings ratio particularly concerning.

The 23% earnings growth is positive, but it's essentially just catching graduates up to where better programs start. For families considering this certificate, the numbers suggest exploring Michigan's community colleges first. Healthcare administration roles exist, but this program isn't positioning graduates to capture them as effectively as alternatives within driving distance.