Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences at Johnson C Smith University

A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.77 suggests this program could work financially, but the estimates here deserve scrutiny. Based on comparable health sciences bachelor's programs nationally, first-year earnings around $35,000 paired with $27,000 in debt means graduates would dedicate roughly three-quarters of their first year's salary to paying off what they borrowed—manageable if those earnings grow steadily. However, similar programs across North Carolina typically produce stronger first-year outcomes at $39,500, a meaningful $4,200 gap that raises questions about whether Johnson C Smith's specific program connects graduates to the same opportunities available elsewhere in the state.

The 68% Pell grant rate tells you this school serves students who genuinely need these programs to work financially. That makes the earnings estimate more concerning—peer programs suggest starting pay that's adequate but not generous, and health services is a broad field where your actual job title matters enormously. An entry-level medical assistant earning $32,000 faces different prospects than a health informatics specialist starting at $45,000, and without program-specific data here, you're flying somewhat blind on which roles graduates typically land.

If your child is committed to health services specifically and Johnson C Smith offers the mentorship and connections they need, the debt load isn't catastrophic. But visit the career services office and ask pointed questions: What exact jobs do graduates take? Which employers hire from this program? The estimated figures suggest adequate but not exceptional outcomes—you need actual placement data to know if that holds true here.