Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

Median Earnings (1yr)

$25,826

38th percentile

25th percentile in Illinois

Median Debt

$9,500

At national median

Analysis

This Allied Health and Medical Assisting program at Midwest Technical Institute shows concerning performance relative to other options in Illinois. While graduates earn around $26,000 annually with manageable debt of $9,500, this program ranks in just the 25th percentile among Illinois schools offering the same credential—meaning 75% of similar programs in the state produce better earning outcomes.

The earnings gap is substantial when compared to Illinois alternatives. The state median for this program type is $31,098, nearly $5,000 more than what MTI graduates typically earn. Top-performing programs like College of DuPage ($40,196) and Harper College ($36,111) offer earnings that are 50% higher. With virtually no earnings growth over four years (just 1% increase), graduates appear to hit their salary ceiling quickly.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 is reasonable, and the program serves a high-need population (63% receive Pell grants). However, the earning potential simply doesn't stack up against other Illinois options. For families considering this investment, exploring community college alternatives like those listed above could provide significantly better financial returns for the same career path. The $5,000+ annual earnings difference would compound substantially over a career, making the school choice critically important for this field.

Where Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois	$25,826	$25,989	+1%
William Rainey Harper College	$36,111	$48,633	+35%
State Career College	$26,123	$33,601	+29%
First Institute of Travel Inc.	$33,597	$31,754	-5%
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park	$31,098	$31,123	+0%

Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (50 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Midwest Technical Institute-IllinoisSpringfield	—	$25,826	$25,989	$9,500	0.37
College of DuPageGlen Ellyn	$4,320	$40,196	—	$10,656	0.27
William Rainey Harper CollegePalatine	$3,822	$36,111	$48,633	$9,834	0.27
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X CollegeChicago	$4,380	$35,140	—	$11,000	0.31
First Institute of Travel Inc.Crystal Lake	—	$33,597	$31,754	$9,500	0.28
Lewis and Clark Community CollegeGodfrey	$3,552	$32,224	—	$6,360	0.20
National Median	—	$27,186	—	$9,500	0.35

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health and medical assisting services graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

$66,050/yrJobs growth:

Surgical Technologists

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

$62,480/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

$60,050/yrJobs growth:

Medical Assistants

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

$44,200/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Pharmacy Technicians

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

$43,460/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Histology Technicians

Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies.

Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

Neurodiagnostic Technologists

Conduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, polysomnograms, or electronystagmograms. May perform nerve conduction studies.

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

All healthcare support workers not listed separately.

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 Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois, approximately 63% 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 1033 graduates with reported earnings and 1170 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.