Health and Medical Administrative Services at Hodges University

Healthcare administration remains one of Florida's steadier employment fields, but the estimated numbers here suggest financial strain that other in-state programs appear to avoid. Based on peer programs in Florida, graduates might expect around $39,700 in first-year earnings while carrying nearly $47,400 in debt—a ratio that means more than a full year's salary would go toward loan repayment before interest. For context, similar programs statewide typically produce debt closer to $42,900, and several Florida schools with reported data show their healthcare admin graduates earning in the mid-$40,000s to low $60,000s.

The national picture offers additional perspective: healthcare administration bachelor's programs across the country typically see median earnings around $44,300 with debt near $31,000. That's roughly $4,600 more in earnings and $16,400 less in debt than what comparable Florida programs suggest for this credential level. The gap becomes more concrete when you look at specific alternatives—Barry University graduates in this field report earning over $60,000 annually, while even mid-tier options like Rasmussen show earnings in the mid-$40,000s.

If your child is committed to healthcare administration specifically at Hodges, understand that these estimates point toward a tighter financial picture than both state and national norms. Given the uncertainty inherent in estimated data and the wide range of outcomes at other Florida schools, visiting campus to discuss actual graduate placement and typical debt loads would be essential before committing.