Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Immaculata University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$58,926

95th percentile

60th percentile in Pennsylvania

Est. Median Debt

$29,531

Est. from PA median (8 programs)

Analysis

Immaculata's health administration program punches well above its weight, with graduates earning nearly $59,000 in their first year—$15,000 more than the national median for this degree and ranking in the 95th percentile nationally. While debt figures are estimated based on similar Pennsylvania programs at around $29,500, that would translate to a manageable 0.50 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off loans in half a year's salary. This is solid positioning for a field where many programs produce first-year earnings in the mid-$40,000s.

The caution here is minimal earnings growth—just $400 between year one and year four. Peer programs in Pennsylvania show this same pattern, suggesting healthcare administration may offer good starting salaries but limited early-career advancement without additional credentials or management experience. The school sits in the middle of Pennsylvania's health administration offerings, well behind Elizabethtown's $85,000 outcomes but competitive with the University of Pittsburgh system.

For parents evaluating this investment, the key question is whether your child plans to pursue graduate education or additional certifications. The strong starting salary and reasonable estimated debt make this a workable undergraduate foundation, but the flat early earnings suggest that career progression in healthcare administration may require additional credentials down the line. If they're planning to work immediately after graduation, this program appears positioned to deliver value from day one.

Where Immaculata University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Immaculata University 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
Immaculata University	$58,926	$59,326	+1%
University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	$55,762	$65,377	+17%
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	$55,762	$65,377	+17%
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	$55,762	$65,377	+17%
University of Scranton	$39,762	$64,168	+61%

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (35 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Immaculata UniversityImmaculata	$28,550	$58,926	$59,326	$29,531*	—
Elizabethtown CollegeElizabethtown	$36,842	$85,329	—	—*	—
University of Pittsburgh-GreensburgGreensburg	$14,630	$55,762	$65,377	$22,662*	0.41
University of Pittsburgh-JohnstownJohnstown	$14,646	$55,762	$65,377	$22,662*	0.41
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh CampusPittsburgh	$21,524	$55,762	$65,377	$22,662*	0.41
Drexel UniversityPhiladelphia	$60,663	$54,322	$51,645	$30,811*	0.57
National Median	—	$44,345	—	$30,998*	0.70

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 Immaculata University, approximately 21% 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.