Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Herzing University-Akron

Herzing University-Akron graduates start around $34,000 in this medical assisting program—roughly $2,000 below the Ohio median and nearly $3,000 below the national average. More concerning, earnings essentially flatline over the first four years, suggesting limited advancement opportunities in the roles graduates typically secure. With robust data from 100+ graduates, this pattern appears reliable rather than statistical noise.

The $29,500 debt load compounds the challenge. While not catastrophic at 87% of first-year earnings, it's notably higher than both the state median ($21,542) and national median ($19,825) for similar programs. Serving a predominantly Pell-eligible population (78% of students), Herzing charges more while delivering earnings that place graduates around the 40th percentile among Ohio's 53 programs. Cincinnati State's graduates, by comparison, earn $41,891—24% more—likely with lower debt at a community college price point.

For families comparing Ohio options, the math here is straightforward: you're paying premium tuition for below-average outcomes. Medical assisting can be a stable career, but this particular program doesn't position graduates for the stronger-earning opportunities available through state universities or community colleges in the region. If this is your child's chosen field, the Kent State system or Cincinnati State would deliver better value for similar credentials.