Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Associate's Degree) at Holmes Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$42,578

75th percentile

60th percentile in Mississippi

Median Debt

$19,707

1% below national median

Analysis

Holmes Community College graduates its medical assisting students into wages that outperform three-quarters of similar programs nationwide—a significant achievement for a Mississippi community college. First-year earnings of $42,578 nearly match the national 75th percentile, while the state ranking (60th percentile) reflects Mississippi's relatively strong performance in this field overall. Among the nine in-state programs, Holmes sits comfortably above the state median and trails only Itawamba and Pearl River at the community college level.

The financial fundamentals look sound. With debt under $20,000 and a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46, graduates can realistically manage their loans while building stable healthcare careers. The 15% earnings growth over four years suggests meaningful career progression rather than a static entry-level track. For families concerned about educational costs—and with 42% of students receiving Pell grants, many are—this represents a manageable path into Mississippi's healthcare workforce.

This program delivers what community college healthcare training should: market-rate wages, reasonable debt, and room for advancement. It won't lead the state in earnings, but it provides a reliable entry point into medical assisting without the financial strain that undermines many associate degree programs.

Where Holmes Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Holmes Community College 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
Holmes Community College	$42,578	$49,116	+15%
Hinds Community College	$38,314	$55,304	+44%
Itawamba Community College	$45,207	$48,234	+7%
Concorde Career College-Southaven	$38,826	$48,167	+24%
Pearl River Community College	$42,444	$42,379	-0%

Compare to Similar Programs in Mississippi

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi (9 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Holmes Community CollegeGoodman	$3,510	$42,578	$49,116	$19,707	0.46
Itawamba Community CollegeFulton	$3,420	$45,207	$48,234	$17,755	0.39
Pearl River Community CollegePoplarville	$3,650	$42,444	$42,379	$19,500	0.46
Concorde Career College-SouthavenSouthaven	—	$38,826	$48,167	$28,712	0.74
Hinds Community CollegeRaymond	$3,825	$38,314	$55,304	$24,505	0.64
Meridian Community CollegeMeridian	$3,932	$28,895	$39,531	—	—
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 Holmes Community College, approximately 42% 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 37 graduates with reported earnings and 26 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.