Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Mercy College of Ohio

Median Earnings (1yr)

$53,429

83rd percentile

80th percentile in Ohio

Median Debt

$41,582

34% above national median

Analysis

Mercy College of Ohio's health administration program delivers surprisingly strong earnings outcomes despite serving a predominantly regional student population. At $53,429 one year out, graduates earn 25% more than the typical Ohio program in this field and place in the 83rd percentile nationally—competitive with much larger state universities like Ohio State. The debt burden of $41,582 sits higher than Ohio's median but remains manageable with a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.78, meaning graduates earn enough to cover their debt in roughly 9 months.

What makes this noteworthy is Mercy's niche focus: as a specialized health sciences college in Toledo, it appears to have developed strong employer connections in the healthcare sector. While larger programs may offer more campus amenities, this program's concentrated curriculum seems to translate directly into job placement. The moderate sample size (30-100 graduates) provides reasonable confidence in these outcomes without being statistically shaky.

The practical calculation is straightforward: you're paying about $15,000 more in debt than the state median to access a program that generates $10,000 more in first-year earnings. For students interested in healthcare operations and willing to commit to a specialized institution, that premium buys entry to a program that outperforms 80% of its Ohio competitors. Just confirm that the college's healthcare network aligns with where your child wants to work after graduation.

Where Mercy College of Ohio Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Mercy College of Ohio graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (38 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Mercy College of OhioToledo	$18,950	$53,429	—	$41,582	0.78
University of Cincinnati-Main CampusCincinnati	$13,570	$57,183	$63,419	$39,352	0.69
Ohio State University-Main CampusColumbus	$12,859	$54,301	$69,972	$25,000	0.46
Franklin UniversityColumbus	$9,577	$49,853	$48,362	$35,534	0.71
Shawnee State UniversityPortsmouth	$9,622	$45,324	$40,612	$23,250	0.51
Bowling Green State University-Main CampusBowling Green	$14,081	$44,655	$54,093	$25,750	0.58
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 Mercy College of Ohio, approximately 36% 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 41 graduates with reported earnings and 50 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.