Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Milan Institute-Amarillo

Median Earnings (1yr)

$22,700

15th percentile

40th percentile in Texas

Median Debt

$8,989

13% below national median

Analysis

Milan Institute-Amarillo graduates earn significantly less than typical medical administrative programs in Texas—nearly $9,000 below the state median and roughly $4,800 below nearby community college alternatives. Starting at $22,700, these graduates earn about what they'd make in many retail or service positions, but carry $8,989 in debt to get there. The program ranks in just the 15th percentile nationally, though it performs somewhat better within Texas at the 40th percentile, likely reflecting the state's lower overall wage environment.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.40 isn't catastrophic, but it becomes problematic when paired with such low absolute earnings. At $22,700 in year one, graduates face tight budgets even before loan payments begin. While earnings do grow 17% to $26,443 by year four, that's still below what students could earn starting out at better-performing programs like Galveston College or Dallas College, where graduates begin earning above $34,000.

For families considering this program, the clearest concern is opportunity cost. With 97 medical administrative programs available across Texas, many offering stronger earnings outcomes at similar or lower debt levels, this particular credential appears difficult to justify. The 78% Pell grant rate suggests the program serves economically vulnerable students who can least afford a credential that underperforms the market.

Where Milan Institute-Amarillo Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Milan Institute-Amarillo 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
Milan Institute-Amarillo	$22,700	$26,443	+16%
San Jacinto Community College	$33,410	$37,001	+11%
Lamson Institute	$29,313	$35,485	+21%
The College of Health Care Professions-Austin	$31,619	$33,930	+7%
The College of Health Care Professions-Dallas	$31,619	$33,930	+7%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (97 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Milan Institute-AmarilloAmarillo	—	$22,700	$26,443	$8,989	0.40
Galveston CollegeGalveston	$2,546	$34,532	—	—	—
Dallas CollegeDallas	$2,370	$34,135	$33,568	—	—
San Jacinto Community CollegePasadena	$1,992	$33,410	$37,001	$16,000	0.48
The College of Health Care Professions-AustinAustin	—	$31,619	$33,930	$9,500	0.30
The College of Health Care Professions-DallasDallas	—	$31,619	$33,930	$9,500	0.30
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 Milan Institute-Amarillo, approximately 78% 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 34 graduates with reported earnings and 44 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.