Health and Medical Administrative Services at Florida Career College-Houston

This program costs less than most competitors but delivers earnings that lag behind Texas's top performers. At $9,500 in debt, Florida Career College-Houston keeps borrowing reasonable—matching the state median and running below the national average. However, first-year earnings of $26,944 place graduates in the bottom half nationally, though they perform better within Texas, ranking in the 60th percentile among similar programs in the state.

The earnings picture shows modest but steady growth, with graduates seeing a 7% increase from year one to year four. While this isn't dramatic growth, it demonstrates the field's stability. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35 means graduates owe roughly four months of their starting salary, which is manageable for most households. Compare this to top Texas programs like Galveston College, where graduates earn $34,532—about $7,500 more annually.

For families prioritizing affordability over maximum earning potential, this program offers a practical entry point into healthcare administration. The 73% Pell grant rate indicates the school serves working-class students well, and the reasonable debt load won't crush new graduates. However, if your child can access higher-performing community colleges in the Dallas or Houston areas, those programs deliver significantly better returns for similar investment levels.