Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Associate's Degree) at Herzing University-Atlanta

Median Earnings (1yr)

$34,039

37th percentile

25th percentile in Georgia

Median Debt

$29,500

49% above national median

Analysis

Herzing University-Atlanta's Allied Health and Medical Assisting program underperforms most alternatives in Georgia, ranking in just the 25th percentile statewide. Graduates earn around $34,000—about $6,000 less than the typical Georgia program and $3,000 below the national median. More concerning, these earnings show no growth between year one and year four, suggesting limited career advancement. Meanwhile, graduates carry $29,500 in debt, which ranks worse than 95% of similar programs nationally.

The debt burden here matters significantly. At nearly 90% of first-year earnings, it's among the highest ratios you'll find for this field. Compare that reality to Georgia's technical colleges: Dalton State and Athens Tech graduates earn $46,000-$59,000 with similar or lower debt loads. Even accounting for Herzing's high Pell grant population (68% of students), these numbers don't justify the premium cost over public alternatives.

For a family considering medical assisting programs in Georgia, this one presents poor value. Your student would likely fare better at a state technical college, graduating with less debt and stronger earning potential. If Herzing is the only accessible option due to scheduling or location, understand you're paying significantly more for outcomes that lag behind what most Georgia programs deliver.

Where Herzing University-Atlanta Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health and medical assisting services associates's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Herzing University-Atlanta graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Herzing University-Atlanta	$34,039	$33,930	-0%
Athens Technical College	$46,123	$58,028	+26%
Chattahoochee Technical College	$40,458	$45,635	+13%
South University-Savannah	$39,761	$43,365	+9%
Gwinnett College-Lilburn	$29,031	$31,106	+7%

Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (27 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Herzing University-AtlantaAtlanta	$13,420	$34,039	$33,930	$29,500	0.87
Dalton State CollegeDalton	$3,283	$58,734	—	$16,757	0.29
Athens Technical CollegeAthens	$3,172	$46,123	$58,028	—	—
Albany State UniversityAlbany	$5,934	$46,061	—	$24,626	0.53
Chattahoochee Technical CollegeMarietta	$3,252	$40,458	$45,635	—	—
South University-SavannahSavannah	$18,238	$39,761	$43,365	$30,694	0.77
National Median	—	$36,862	—	$19,825	0.54

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health and medical assisting services graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

$66,050/yrJobs growth:

Surgical Technologists

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

$62,480/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

$60,050/yrJobs growth:

Medical Assistants

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

$44,200/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Pharmacy Technicians

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

$43,460/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Histology Technicians

Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies.

Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

Neurodiagnostic Technologists

Conduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, polysomnograms, or electronystagmograms. May perform nerve conduction studies.

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

All healthcare support workers not listed separately.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Herzing University-Atlanta, approximately 68% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 164 graduates with reported earnings and 195 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.