Health and Medical Administrative Services at Front Range Community College

Front Range Community College's Health and Medical Administrative Services program launches graduates into substantially higher-paying positions than typical for this field—nearly $44,000 in year one versus a national median of just $32,000. That 38% premium puts graduates in the 95th percentile nationally, and the $18,125 debt load is manageable at less than half of first-year earnings. Within Colorado, this program ties for the top spot with Arapahoe Community College, making it the strongest in-state option for students seeking this credential.

The concerning pattern here is the earnings trajectory: graduates see their median income drop to $37,500 by year four, a 14% decline that's unusual for healthcare administration roles. This could reflect high turnover in entry-level medical office positions or graduates transitioning to part-time work, but with a small sample size (under 30 graduates tracked), a few individual career changes could skew the entire picture. The strong initial placement suggests employers value these graduates, even if their early career paths vary more than expected.

For families weighing this option, the combination of low debt and strong starting salary creates genuine opportunity, especially compared to the state's median debt of over $30,000 for this program. Just understand you're looking at limited data—the actual earnings pattern for your student could differ significantly. If medical office work appeals and keeping debt under $20,000 matters, this program delivers what it promises at the outset.