Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Madison Area Technical College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$43,237

95th percentile

80th percentile in Wisconsin

Median Debt

$22,539

117% above national median

Analysis

Madison Area Technical College's health administration certificate students launch into earnings that surpass nearly every comparable program in Wisconsin—yet the sample size here demands careful attention. At $43,237 in the first year, graduates earn roughly $10,000 more than the typical Wisconsin certificate holder in this field and an impressive $15,000 above the national median. That 80th percentile state ranking reflects strong performance in Madison's robust healthcare market, where major hospital systems and clinics compete for qualified administrative staff.

The debt picture looks equally attractive at first glance: $22,539 represents just over half the first-year earnings, and it's significantly lower than what most certificate programs nationally charge. However, this is higher than both Wisconsin's typical $14,924 and the national median of $10,372 for this credential—suggesting Madison Area Technical may pack more courses into its certificate than peer programs. The math still works out favorably, but parents should verify whether comparable skills could be gained elsewhere for less upfront cost.

The critical caveat: these numbers come from fewer than 30 graduates, making them less reliable than data from larger cohorts. If your child thrives in Madison's job market and wants healthcare administration experience without a full degree, the outcomes justify the investment—just recognize you're betting on a limited track record rather than proven consistency.

Where Madison Area Technical College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Madison Area Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (22 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Madison Area Technical CollegeMadison	$4,780	$43,237	—	$22,539	0.52
Northeast Wisconsin Technical CollegeGreen Bay	$4,904	$39,122	$38,809	—	—
Southwest Wisconsin Technical CollegeFennimore	$4,796	$38,437	$35,891	$13,381	0.35
Northwood Technical CollegeRice Lake	$4,524	$35,796	$33,261	$10,534	0.29
Fox Valley Technical CollegeAppleton	$4,916	$34,534	$34,494	$9,999	0.29
Rasmussen University-WisconsinGreen Bay	$11,982	$33,372	$34,496	$13,143	0.39
National Median	—	$27,783	—	$10,372	0.37

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 Madison Area Technical College, approximately 19% 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 22 graduates with reported earnings and 24 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.