Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Labette Community College

With a sample size under 30 graduates, it's hard to draw firm conclusions, but the numbers here look unusually favorable for an allied health program. Labette Community College graduates earn $44,217 right out of the gate—$7,000 more than the national median—while carrying just $10,500 in debt compared to nearly $20,000 nationally. That 0.24 debt-to-earnings ratio is exceptional, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off their loans in about three months of gross income.

The Kansas context adds an interesting wrinkle. While earnings match the state median, the debt is roughly half what other Kansas schools typically charge. You'll notice Hutchinson Community College graduates earn about $4,000 more, but that gap may narrow depending on specific certifications and local job markets. The bigger story is the debt advantage—Labette graduates enter the workforce with significantly less financial burden than peers across the state.

The major caveat: that small sample size means one or two high earners could skew these results considerably. However, if these numbers hold true for your student's cohort, they're looking at a program that delivers solid entry into healthcare work without the debt load that typically comes with it. For families prioritizing affordability in allied health training, this combination of reasonable earnings and minimal debt makes Labette worth serious consideration.