Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Miller-Motte College-Charleston

Median Earnings (1yr)

$22,506

14th percentile

25th percentile in South Carolina

Median Debt

$23,859

130% above national median

Analysis

This Miller-Motte Charleston program delivers concerning results that should give parents pause. With first-year earnings of $22,506, graduates earn significantly less than both the national median ($27,783) and South Carolina median ($29,157) for this field—ranking in just the 14th percentile nationally and 25th percentile statewide. Even more troubling, nearby competitors like Central Carolina Technical College produce graduates earning $30,472, nearly $8,000 more annually.

The debt picture compounds these concerns. While the program's $23,859 debt load is actually much higher than the national median of $10,372, it creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 1.06—meaning graduates owe roughly their entire first year's salary. This is particularly problematic in a field where earnings growth is modest, with only 7% growth over four years to $24,165.

For a family considering this investment, the math is stark: your child would likely graduate with above-average debt to enter below-average earning potential in South Carolina's health administration field. With 16 programs available statewide and several clearly outperforming Miller-Motte Charleston, this particular program represents poor value. Look seriously at alternatives like Central Carolina Technical College, which offers substantially better earnings outcomes in the same field.

Where Miller-Motte College-Charleston Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Miller-Motte College-Charleston 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
Miller-Motte College-Charleston	$22,506	$24,165	+7%
Durham Technical Community College	$70,267	$55,326	-21%
Fortis College-Columbia	$29,157	$29,727	+2%
Miller-Motte College-Conway	$22,506	$24,165	+7%
Southeastern College-Charleston	$29,499	$22,543	-24%

Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (16 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Miller-Motte College-CharlestonCharleston	—	$22,506	$24,165	$23,859	1.06
Central Carolina Technical CollegeSumter	$5,715	$30,472	—	$12,908	0.42
Southeastern College-CharlestonNorth Charleston	$24,184	$29,499	$22,543	$18,131	0.61
Fortis College-ColumbiaColumbia	$14,576	$29,157	$29,727	$13,940	0.48
Miller-Motte College-ConwayConway	—	$22,506	$24,165	$23,859	1.06
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 Miller-Motte College-Charleston, approximately 38% 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 582 graduates with reported earnings and 733 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.