Health and Medical Administrative Services at Fortis Institute-Wayne

Fortis Institute-Wayne's health and medical administrative services certificate produces earnings that beat three-quarters of similar programs nationwide, but in New Jersey's competitive landscape, it lands squarely in the middle of the pack. With first-year earnings of $30,540 and debt just under $11,000, graduates face manageable monthly payments relative to their income—the debt burden is roughly one-third of first-year salary, well below concerning thresholds.

The real question is whether this represents good value in New Jersey specifically. While these numbers match the state median exactly, they lag notably behind top performers like Eastwick College-Nutley (which produces $37,622 in earnings) and even Advantage Career Institute at $33,808. That $7,000 difference compounds over a career. The modest 7% earnings growth to year four suggests these positions have limited advancement potential, at least in the short term.

For families seeking affordable entry into healthcare administration, particularly the 73% of students here receiving Pell grants, this program offers a viable path without crushing debt. But students with options should compare outcomes carefully—several other New Jersey schools deliver significantly stronger earnings for similar or lower debt levels. If your child has been accepted elsewhere in the state with better numbers, that's worth serious consideration.