Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at Ferris State University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$39,818

94th percentile

60th percentile in Michigan

Median Debt

$27,250

18% above national median

Analysis

Ferris State's health administration program posts impressive national numbers—94th percentile earnings—but the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these figures could shift dramatically with just a few data points. That said, graduates start at nearly $40,000 and climb to $43,268 within four years, both well above the national median of $31,719. The debt load of $27,250 is higher than typical for Michigan programs (state median: $22,778), but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68 remains reasonable for an associate degree.

The state-level picture is more nuanced. At the 60th percentile among Michigan programs, Ferris performs solidly but doesn't dominate its home state the way it does nationally. It outearns Baker College and Delta College by meaningful margins, though trails Davenport slightly. For a school with an 81% admission rate serving a significant population of Pell grant recipients, these outcomes suggest the program successfully prepares students for immediate employment in medical administration roles.

The limited sample size is the real wildcard here. If your child would be comfortable with that uncertainty, the trajectory looks promising—steady earnings growth and manageable debt. But if you prefer programs with more established track records, larger Michigan community colleges might offer more predictable outcomes, even if their earnings ceiling appears lower.

Where Ferris State University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services associates's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Ferris State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Ferris State University	$39,818	$43,268	+9%
Davenport University	$35,569	$41,148	+16%
Baker College	$33,831	$33,426	-1%
Delta College	$23,757	$28,344	+19%
Ross Medical Education Center-Brighton	$31,782	$26,500	-17%

Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (27 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids	$13,630	$39,818	$43,268	$27,250	0.68
Davenport UniversityGrand Rapids	$23,324	$35,569	$41,148	$38,625	1.09
Baker CollegeOwosso	$12,810	$33,831	$33,426	$22,555	0.67
Ross Medical Education Center-BrightonBrighton	—	$31,782	$26,500	$14,308	0.45
Delta CollegeUniversity Center	$4,640	$23,757	$28,344	—	—
National Median	—	$31,719	—	$23,000	0.73

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Ferris State University, approximately 34% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 28 graduates with reported earnings and 37 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.