Health and Medical Administrative Services at Erie Community College

Erie Community College's health administration program positions graduates right at the state median, with first-year earnings of $34,484 that climb to nearly $40,000 by year four. That's a solid 15% growth trajectory and puts this program in the 60th percentile among New York programs—respectable, though nowhere near the top performers in the state who consistently hit $44,000+. The modest debt load of $17,717 is well below both the state median ($26,949) and national average ($23,000), giving graduates breathing room that many similar programs don't offer.

The real advantage here is the manageable debt-to-earnings picture. With a 0.51 ratio, graduates owe roughly half their first year's salary—a reasonable burden for an associate's degree that gets you into healthcare administration quickly. For context, nearly 40% of students here receive Pell grants, suggesting this program serves as an accessible entry point into a stable field.

The caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes may vary more than these numbers suggest. Still, for a family seeking an affordable path into healthcare operations without the four-year commitment, Erie delivers predictable results at a price point that won't create crushing debt. Just understand you're getting solid mid-tier outcomes, not the premium earning power of the state's top programs.