Health and Medical Administrative Services at Franklin Pierce University

Franklin Pierce's health administration graduates earn $66,556 within their first year—a striking figure that outpaces not just the national median by 50%, but also beats every other New Hampshire program in this field, including larger schools like Southern New Hampshire and UNH. Among health administration programs nationwide, these earnings land in the 95th percentile, suggesting Franklin Pierce has either cultivated strong regional employer relationships or attracts students already positioned for well-paying roles.

The $25,085 in median debt sits below the national average for this degree, though it's still higher than ideal. The 0.38 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe roughly five months of their salary—manageable territory that should allow for comfortable repayment on standard plans. Within New Hampshire, this program ranks in the 80th percentile for earnings, cementing its position as a standout option for students planning to work in the state's healthcare administration sector.

The major caveat: fewer than 30 graduates contributed to this data, so these numbers might not hold steady as the program scales or as economic conditions shift. Still, for parents whose children are interested in healthcare management and willing to attend a smaller New Hampshire school, Franklin Pierce delivers results that justify the investment. The combination of strong earnings and moderate debt makes this one of the better-performing programs in its category.