Health and Medical Administrative Services at Laurel Ridge Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Ridge Community College | — | $37,375 | — | — |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach | $30,013 | $32,113 | $27,000 | 0.90 |
| Tidewater Community College | $29,290 | $40,066 | $15,329 | 0.52 |
| ECPI University | $29,286 | $34,260 | $21,670 | 0.74 |
| Liberty University | $25,884 | $21,699 | $30,087 | 1.16 |
| Centura College-Virginia Beach | $23,876 | $26,077 | $23,000 | 0.96 |
| National Median | $31,719 | — | $23,000 | 0.73 |
Other Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach | $18,457 | $30,013 | $27,000 |
| Tidewater Community College Norfolk | $5,714 | $29,290 | $15,329 |
| ECPI University Virginia Beach | $18,484 | $29,286 | $21,670 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $21,222 | $25,884 | $30,087 |
| Centura College-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach | $16,637 | $23,876 | $23,000 |
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 Laurel Ridge Community College, approximately 18% 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.