Location: Fond Du Lac, WI•In-State Tuition: $33,000•Admission Rate: 67%
Est. Earnings (1yr)
$46,842
Est. from WI median (12 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$38,970
Est. from WI median (7 programs)

Analysis

A debt load approaching $39,000 against first-year earnings in the mid-$40s creates immediate budget pressure for graduates entering healthcare administration. Based on comparable programs across Wisconsin, this suggests monthly loan payments consuming roughly 9-10% of take-home pay—manageable but tight, especially in a field where entry-level positions often require additional certifications or experience before meaningful salary growth kicks in.

The challenge here isn't just the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.83, which sits above both the state median ($34,911 in debt) and national benchmarks ($30,998). It's that Wisconsin's healthcare administration landscape shows dramatic variation in outcomes. Programs at UW-Eau Claire and Ottawa University-Milwaukee place graduates into roles earning $70,000+, while others hover around $50,000. Without knowing where Marian's graduates specifically land in this range, families are essentially betting that the program's connections and curriculum compete with stronger performers in the state—a significant unknown given that actual outcome data isn't available.

For parents weighing this investment, the core question is whether Marian provides the internship networks, job placement support, and industry connections that distinguish high-performing healthcare administration programs from average ones. At this debt level, the program needs to deliver outcomes closer to the top performers in Wisconsin—not just the state median—to justify the cost.

Where Marian University Stands

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

Marian University (estimated ±10%)Other health and medical administrative services programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (19 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Marian UniversityFond Du Lac$33,000$46,842*—$38,970*—
Ottawa University-MilwaukeeBrookfield—$75,385*—$29,198*0.39
University of Wisconsin-Eau ClaireEau Claire$9,277$71,692*$75,646$24,995*0.35
Carroll UniversityWaukesha$37,230$50,603*—$26,500*0.52
University of Wisconsin-ParksideKenosha$7,855$50,190*—$32,322*0.64
Concordia University-WisconsinMequon$34,250$49,799*$60,859$38,970*0.78
National Median—$44,345*—$30,998*0.70
* Estimated from similar programs

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 Marian University, approximately 32% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 12 similar programs in WI. Actual outcomes may vary.