Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Miller-Motte College-Charleston

Miller-Motte College-Charleston's Allied Health program presents concerning value proposition challenges that warrant serious reconsideration. Despite relatively low debt of $16,500, graduates earn just $22,869 in their first year—significantly below both the national median ($27,186) and South Carolina median ($27,978) for this field. More troubling, earnings show zero growth over four years, remaining essentially flat at $22,935.

The program ranks in the bottom quartile nationally (13th percentile) and performs below average even within South Carolina (25th percentile). When compared to other SC programs, the earnings gap is substantial—graduates from top community college programs like Spartanburg and Midlands Technical earn $9,000-$10,000 more annually. Even nearby Technical College of the Lowcountry produces graduates earning $8,479 more per year.

While the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.72 isn't catastrophic, the stagnant earning potential means graduates may struggle to achieve meaningful financial mobility. The data is reliable with a robust sample size, making these patterns credible. For families considering this investment, South Carolina's community colleges offer demonstrably better outcomes in the same field, often at lower cost and with stronger earning potential.