Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Montana State University Billings

Median Earnings (1yr)

$34,171

95th percentile

60th percentile in Montana

Median Debt

$21,250

105% above national median

Analysis

Montana State University Billings stands out nationally for this health administration certificate, with graduates earning $34,171—placing it in the 95th percentile compared to the 1,379 programs nationwide. That's roughly $6,400 more than the typical program produces. However, with only 7 schools offering this certificate in Montana and limited graduate data, these numbers require careful interpretation.

The debt picture looks manageable at $21,250, translating to a 0.62 debt-to-earnings ratio. While that's about twice the national median debt for this program, it's still well below the concerning 1.0 threshold where annual debt equals first-year salary. Graduates would face roughly $230 monthly in federal loan payments—tight but potentially feasible on $34,000. The debt sits at just the 7th percentile nationally, meaning 93% of similar programs carry less debt, which is worth considering.

The major caveat here is sample size: fewer than 30 recent graduates means one exceptional or struggling student can significantly skew the numbers. These figures might not represent the typical experience. For parents, this certificate could work as a low-risk credential to enter healthcare administration quickly, but given the small Montana market and limited data, it's essential to verify current job placement rates and confirm the debt numbers with financial aid directly before committing.

Where Montana State University Billings Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Montana State University Billings graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Montana State University BillingsBillings	$6,706	$34,171	—	$21,250	0.62
Saint Joseph's College of MaineStandish	$42,834	$136,516	—	—	—
Durham Technical Community CollegeDurham	$1,986	$70,267	$55,326	$25,000	0.36
Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids	$13,630	$68,630	—	$27,024	0.39
College of DuPageGlen Ellyn	$4,320	$52,904	—	$11,250	0.21
Weber State UniversityOgden	$6,391	$51,161	—	—	—
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 Montana State University Billings, approximately 26% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 19 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.