Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Kennebec Valley Community College

Kennebec Valley Community College's allied health program graduates earn slightly above the national median but lag behind what you'd typically see in Maine—this ranks in just the 40th percentile statewide. At $53,243 in year one, earnings trail the state median by nearly $5,500 and fall roughly $11,000 short of what Southern Maine Community College graduates report. For students paying Maine in-state tuition, that earnings gap matters when several community colleges in the state deliver stronger outcomes.

The debt picture is reasonable at about $21,000, and the 0.39 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates can realistically manage payments. However, earnings growth is essentially flat—just 3% over four years—which suggests limited advancement within these particular allied health roles. The program serves a significant Pell-eligible population (31%), providing access to healthcare careers, but the relatively modest earnings may constrain financial mobility.

Given the small sample size, these numbers could shift year to year. If your child is set on Kennebec Valley for location or personal reasons, they'll likely find steady employment in allied health. But if commuting to Southern Maine or Eastern Maine is feasible, those programs show meaningfully better earning potential with similar or lower debt. For Maine families, this is a serviceable but not standout option in a competitive state market.