Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Fortis Institute-Towson

This Allied Health program at Fortis Institute-Towson delivers exactly what you'd expect—solid but unremarkable outcomes that align closely with national standards. With first-year earnings of $27,198 and debt of $10,263, graduates face a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.38, meaning they'll owe about 38 cents for every dollar earned in their first year.

The program performs slightly better within Maryland, ranking in the 60th percentile among state programs, though the earnings advantage is modest. More encouraging is the debt picture—at the 40th percentile nationally, students here borrow less than most peers elsewhere. The 8% earnings growth over four years is tepid but typical for this field, bringing median pay to just over $29,000.

With 81% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves a population seeking accessible career training rather than high earnings potential. The good news is that the debt load won't be crushing—graduates can reasonably expect to manage payments while building experience in a stable healthcare support field. For families looking at medical assisting as an affordable entry point into healthcare careers, this program offers a straightforward path without excessive financial risk.