Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Miller-Motte College-McCann-Monroe

This Miller-Motte program presents a mixed picture that requires careful consideration. While it performs exactly at Louisiana's median for medical assisting programs ($22,869), it significantly underperforms the national average by about $4,300 annually. More concerning is the complete lack of earnings growth—graduates earn essentially the same amount four years later as they do immediately after graduation, suggesting limited career advancement opportunities.

The debt picture, however, is notably favorable. At $16,500, graduates carry significantly more debt than both national and state medians (around $9,500), but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.72 remains manageable. With 74% of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves a population that needs accessible career training. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates gives confidence in these numbers.

The key concern is opportunity cost. Several Louisiana community colleges offer superior outcomes—Delgado Community College graduates earn $7,000 more annually with likely lower debt loads. Unless geographic constraints make those alternatives impractical, prospective students should strongly consider community college options that provide better long-term earning potential in the same field. This program meets immediate employment needs but doesn't appear to build a foundation for significant income growth.