Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at Montgomery County Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$35,638

69th percentile

60th percentile in Pennsylvania

Median Debt

$19,945

13% below national median

Analysis

Montgomery County Community College graduates from this medical administrative program earn about $5,000 more than the typical Pennsylvania graduate in this field—a meaningful advantage in a state with 36 competing programs. At $35,638 in first-year earnings, graduates outpace 60% of similar programs statewide and 69% nationally. The debt load of roughly $20,000 translates to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.56, well below levels that typically strain household budgets.

The caveat here matters: with fewer than 30 graduates in the dataset, these numbers could shift significantly with a larger sample. Still, the pattern looks reasonable—graduates earn above-average wages while carrying below-average debt compared to Pennsylvania peers (who typically graduate with $23,306). This combination suggests the program delivers decent training at a fair price point, though it's worth noting that several Pennsylvania community colleges—particularly Delaware County and Harrisburg Area—produce graduates earning $7,000-$10,000 more annually.

For families looking at healthcare administration as an entry point to the medical field, this represents a solid community college option that won't burden students with excessive debt. The earnings won't match top performers in the state, but they're sufficient to manage the loan payments while building experience in a stable sector.

Where Montgomery County Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Montgomery County Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (36 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Montgomery County Community CollegeBlue Bell	$6,270	$35,638	—	$19,945	0.56
Peirce CollegePhiladelphia	$15,060	$45,250	$50,296	$45,062	1.00
Delaware County Community CollegeMedia	$6,660	$43,435	$31,750	$17,493	0.40
Harrisburg Area Community CollegeHarrisburg	$7,373	$38,736	$40,782	$31,585	0.82
Lehigh Carbon Community CollegeSchnecksville	$5,215	$36,704	$50,183	$19,286	0.53
Pennsylvania College of TechnologyWilliamsport	$17,940	$32,783	—	$23,000	0.70
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 Montgomery County Community College, approximately 29% 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 21 graduates with reported earnings and 27 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.