Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences at Merced College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences associates's programs at peer institutions in California (68 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merced College | $32,726* | — | $11,930* | — |
| Los Angeles Pacific University | $46,353* | — | $35,105* | 0.76 |
| Pacific Union College | $32,726* | $60,013 | $27,000* | 0.83 |
| Carrington College-Sacramento | $29,853* | — | $15,888* | 0.53 |
| National Median | $32,798* | — | $12,992* | 0.40 |
Other Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Pacific University San Dimas | $11,976 | $46,353 | $35,105 |
| Pacific Union College Angwin | $35,214 | $32,726 | $27,000 |
| Carrington College-Sacramento Sacramento | — | $29,853 | $15,888 |
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 Merced College, approximately 33% 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 3 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.