Health and Medical Administrative Services at Eastwick College-Nutley

Eastwick College-Nutley's health administration certificate starts strong—graduates earn $37,622 within a year, substantially outpacing both the national median ($27,783) and New Jersey median ($30,540) for this field. The program also keeps debt remarkably low at $9,500, creating an initial debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.25. Among the 27 New Jersey schools offering this certificate, Eastwick ranks in the 60th percentile for earnings, and it actually delivers the highest first-year outcomes of any program listed in the state comparison.

However, the concerning pattern emerges by year four: median earnings drop to $32,317, a 14% decline that suggests graduates may struggle with career progression or face industry headwinds. This backward trajectory is unusual for healthcare administration, where experience typically increases earning potential. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could swing significantly with just a few individuals' outcomes, so they may not represent what your child would experience.

For families focused on immediate employability and minimal debt, this program delivers. The low debt load means graduates aren't burdened even if earnings plateau. But if you're expecting steady career growth in this field, the earnings decline warrants a direct conversation with the school about typical career paths and why the data shows this pattern.