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

Median Earnings (1yr)

$33,551

5th percentile

40th percentile in South Carolina

Median Debt

$43,465

40% above national median

Analysis

Limestone's Health and Medical Administrative Services program lands squarely in the middle of South Carolina options but falls significantly short of national benchmarks, with first-year earnings of $33,551 trailing the national median by nearly $11,000. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) makes these figures less reliable, but the pattern is concerning: graduates are taking on $43,465 in debt—about $1,000 more than the state median—while earning less than most peers elsewhere in the country.

The program does show strong earnings growth, with graduates seeing a 36% increase by year four to reach $45,683. This suggests career progression is possible, though you're still starting from a lower base. Within South Carolina, this program ranks at the 40th percentile, meaning roughly half of similar in-state programs produce better early outcomes. For comparison, South University-Columbia graduates earn about $6,000 more in their first year with comparable debt levels.

Given the 1.30 debt-to-earnings ratio and below-average starting salaries, families should carefully consider whether this investment makes sense, particularly if out-of-pocket costs will be high. If your child is committed to healthcare administration and prefers to stay in South Carolina, look closely at programs like Coastal Carolina or South University that deliver stronger early returns for similar debt loads.

Where Limestone University Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Limestone 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
Limestone University	$33,551	$45,683	+36%
Georgetown University	$74,354	$108,898	+46%
National Louis University	$46,203	$75,998	+64%
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	$71,692	$75,646	+6%
South University-Columbia	$39,722	$40,160	+1%

Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (8 total in state)

Scroll to see more →

School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Limestone UniversityGaffney	$27,500	$33,551	$45,683	$43,465	1.30
South University-ColumbiaColumbia	$18,238	$39,722	$40,160	$55,123	1.39
Coastal Carolina UniversityConway	$11,640	$36,544	—	$41,666	1.14
Francis Marion UniversityFlorence	$11,160	$31,583	—	$31,000	0.98
National Median	—	$44,345	—	$30,998	0.70

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 Limestone University, approximately 43% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 27 graduates with reported earnings and 40 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.