Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga

Median Earnings (1yr)

$28,511

30th percentile

25th percentile in Tennessee

Median Debt

$33,597

46% above national median

Analysis

Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga charges nearly $34,000 in student loans for a program that delivers starting salaries around $28,500—placing it in the bottom quarter of Tennessee programs in this field. The local community college, Chattanooga State, produces graduates earning $36,000 with comparable debt, representing about $7,500 more per year for the same credential in the same city.

The numbers get worse over time. Earnings actually decline slightly by year four, while that $34,000 debt burden remains. This means graduates face a debt load that exceeds their annual income, creating a challenging repayment scenario that could stretch on for years. With 85% of students receiving Pell grants, this program is serving a predominantly low-income population who can least afford extended debt repayment.

For parents considering healthcare administration programs in Tennessee, this represents one of the state's more expensive and lower-performing options. The same career path is available through nearby Chattanooga State at significantly better value, with stronger earnings outcomes and a fraction of the cost. Unless there are compelling scheduling or access reasons that rule out the community college option, the financial case for Miller-Motte is difficult to justify.

Where Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga 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-Chattanooga	$28,511	$28,108	-1%
Fisher College	$51,420	$62,198	+21%
Portland Community College	$46,532	$51,755	+11%
Chattanooga State Community College	$36,204	$38,564	+7%
Nashville State Community College	$40,023	$35,010	-13%

Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (9 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Miller-Motte College-ChattanoogaChattanooga	—	$28,511	$28,108	$33,597	1.18
Nashville State Community CollegeNashville	$4,498	$40,023	$35,010	—	—
Chattanooga State Community CollegeChattanooga	$4,550	$36,204	$38,564	—	—
National Median	—	$31,719	—	$23,000	0.73

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-Chattanooga, approximately 85% 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 70 graduates with reported earnings and 98 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.