Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at Missouri Valley College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$34,882

Est. from MO median (6 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$27,000

Est. from national median (40 programs)

Analysis

At $27,000 in estimated debt, this program carries a financial load that's heavier than what most comparable healthcare admin programs require. Nationally, the typical associate's degree in this field comes with $23,000 in debt, and Missouri's median sits at $25,445. When peer programs in the state suggest first-year earnings around $34,882, that 0.77 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates would likely be dedicating three-quarters of their first year's salary just to match what they borrowed—a burden that extends the payback timeline considerably.

The concerning part isn't the earnings themselves—$34,882 aligns with state and national expectations for this credential. The issue is cost structure. Several Missouri community colleges produce similar outcomes with substantially less debt exposure. State Fair Community College graduates earn slightly more ($36,652) while presumably carrying lower debt loads typical of community college pricing. That pattern suggests the private college premium here isn't translating into measurably better employment outcomes.

For families specifically considering Missouri Valley College, the math is straightforward: you're looking at roughly $4,000 more in debt than comparable programs for earnings that track with state averages. Unless financial aid significantly reduces that out-of-pocket cost, exploring community college alternatives in Missouri would preserve the same career pathway while cutting the debt burden by potentially 30-40%.

Where Missouri Valley College Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (22 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Missouri Valley CollegeMarshall	$23,000	$34,882*	—	$27,000*	—
State Fair Community CollegeSedalia	$4,104	$36,652*	$30,249	$18,927*	0.52
St Louis College of Health Careers-St LouisSaint Louis	—	$35,503*	—	$27,036*	0.76
St Louis College of Health Careers-FentonFenton	—	$35,503*	—	$27,036*	0.76
Ozarks Technical Community CollegeSpringfield	$4,184	$34,260*	—	$14,875*	0.43
East Central CollegeUnion	$3,888	$29,516*	$37,719	—*	—
National Median	—	$31,719*	—	$23,000*	0.73

* Estimated from similar programs

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 Missouri Valley College, approximately 30% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in MO. Actual outcomes may vary.