Health and Medical Administrative Services at Herzing University-Akron

Herzing University-Akron's healthcare administration program produces concerning outcomes compared to nearby alternatives. Graduates earn about $31,000 both one and four years after completing the program—significantly less than peers at Cuyahoga Community College ($42,000) or Cincinnati State ($39,000), and below the state median of $32,000. That flat earnings trajectory, combined with debt of $35,000, creates a challenging financial picture. The debt load ranks in just the 5th percentile nationally, meaning 95% of similar programs nationwide leave students with less debt.

The math is straightforward: graduates owe more than they earn in their first year, and there's no earnings bump on the horizon to help dig out of that hole. Most concerning is that Ohio offers 46 programs in this field, and Herzing ranks in the bottom half for earnings while charging significantly more than competitors. Community colleges in the state regularly produce graduates who earn $7,000-11,000 more annually with roughly $10,000 less debt.

If your child is considering healthcare administration, explore Ohio's community college options first. The credential itself opens similar doors—medical office work, hospital administration support—regardless of where it's earned. The difference is whether they start their career carrying reasonable debt or spending years managing payments that exceed their initial income.