Health and Medical Administrative Services at Fortis College-Orange Park

Fortis College-Orange Park manages to outperform most Florida schools in this field, landing at the 60th percentile statewide—but those higher earnings come at a significant cost. While graduates start at $28,967 (above both state and national medians), they're carrying $17,280 in debt, nearly double what students at comparable Florida programs typically borrow. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.6 is manageable in absolute terms, but it's worth noting that schools like Seminole State and St. Petersburg College deliver earnings $7,000-8,000 higher with substantially less debt.

The concerning piece here is the backward trajectory: earnings slip to $27,539 by year four, suggesting graduates may be hitting a ceiling quickly in medical administrative roles. With 75% of students receiving Pell grants, this population can't afford to lose earning momentum. The program does what it promises—gets students employed in healthcare administration—but the debt load reduces the financial advantage of finishing above the state median.

For families weighing this option, the question is whether the convenience or specific training justifies borrowing twice the typical amount for this credential. If your child can access one of Florida's community college alternatives offering the same credential, they'll likely reach similar earnings with half the debt burden. That difference matters significantly for working-class families trying to build financial stability in entry-level healthcare roles.