Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at ECPI University

ECPI University's medical assisting program stands out in Virginia's landscape, placing graduates in the 80th percentile for earnings among the state's 17 programs. That $29,480 first-year median beats Virginia's typical outcome by roughly $6,500—a meaningful difference when you're starting a career. The debt load of $15,307 is higher than the state median, but the 0.52 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates earn nearly twice what they owe, a manageable situation for an entry-level healthcare credential.

What makes this program particularly notable is its position relative to other quick-credential options in Virginia. It significantly outperforms competitors like Fortis College and even beats the national 65th percentile, suggesting ECPI has established strong employer relationships or clinical placement pipelines. For a school serving a substantial population of Pell grant students (49%), these earnings outcomes represent genuine economic mobility.

The caveat here is the small graduating class—fewer than 30 students in the data set—which means a few outliers could skew these numbers. However, the pattern is consistent enough that if your child is specifically interested in medical assisting and Virginia employment, this program appears to deliver better-than-typical results. Just ensure they understand this is an entry-level healthcare position with limited long-term advancement without additional credentials.