Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown

This Allied Health and Medical Assisting program at Lincoln Tech-Allentown delivers solid value, particularly when it comes to manageable debt loads. At $11,237 in median debt—well below the national average of $9,500 for similar programs but still reasonable—graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.36, meaning they'll likely pay off their education relatively quickly.

The earnings picture is mixed but ultimately positive. While graduates earn $31,098 in their first year (76th percentile nationally, 60th percentile in Pennsylvania), the concerning reality is zero earnings growth over four years. However, this "early peak" pattern is common in medical assisting roles where entry-level positions offer immediate, stable income rather than dramatic salary progression. Compared to Pennsylvania's median of $26,990 for this field, Lincoln Tech graduates earn about $4,000 more annually—a meaningful advantage.

The program significantly outperforms most competitors in Pennsylvania, though it falls short of top community college options like Montgomery County CC ($38,645) and Harrisburg Area CC ($32,660). For families seeking an affordable path into healthcare with immediate earning potential and low debt burden, this program offers solid value. The 64% Pell grant recipient rate suggests the school successfully serves working-class families, and the robust sample size gives confidence in these outcomes.