Health and Medical Administrative Services at East Tennessee State University

In Tennessee, health administration bachelor's programs show a $15,000 spread in first-year outcomes, and comparable programs suggest ETSU lands near the state median at around $39,000 annually. That's $5,000 below the national benchmark for this credential, which matters when you're looking at an estimated $26,600 in debt. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.67 means your child would owe roughly eight months of gross income—manageable by healthcare program standards, but only if those earnings estimates hold.

The challenge here is the limited visibility. Both earnings and debt figures come from peer programs rather than ETSU's actual graduates in this major, so you're making decisions with imperfect information. What we do know: Tennessee programs in this field vary dramatically, with King University graduates earning $50,000+ while others start below $35,000. Healthcare administration roles exist throughout Tennessee's growing medical corridor, but starting salaries depend heavily on employer type and the specific position your child secures.

Before committing, identify exactly which healthcare administration roles this degree targets at ETSU and what those positions actually pay in your region. The estimated figures suggest reasonable affordability if outcomes match Tennessee's middle tier, but that's a significant "if" when you're writing tuition checks.