Health and Medical Administrative Services at Fox Valley Technical College

Fox Valley Technical College's Health and Medical Administrative Services program produces first-year earnings of $38,881—impressively outperforming both state and national medians for this field. The program ranks in the 88th percentile nationally, putting graduates well ahead of peers from most of the 864 schools offering this associate's degree. Within Wisconsin's competitive landscape of 21 programs, Fox Valley lands solidly in the middle tier, trailing Western Technical and Rasmussen but matching or exceeding most other options.

The debt picture looks manageable based on comparable Wisconsin programs, with an estimated $18,899—notably lower than both the state median ($22,650) and national median ($23,000) for this credential. That translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio under 0.50, meaning graduates could potentially pay off their loans in less than six months of gross earnings. However, the complete absence of earnings growth between years one and four deserves attention. While graduates start strong, they're earning essentially the same amount four years later, suggesting this may be a field where advancement requires additional credentials or career pivots.

For parents weighing this investment, the combination of above-average starting earnings and below-average debt from peer programs creates a relatively low-risk entry point into healthcare administration. Just recognize that the strong starting salary appears to plateau quickly, so long-term career planning beyond this associate's degree will likely be necessary.