Health and Medical Administrative Services at Nassau Community College
Associate's Degree
Analysis
Nassau Community College's health administrative services program stands among the best performers in both New York and nationally, delivering remarkably low debt alongside strong earnings. Graduates earn $44,655 their first year while carrying just $10,000 in debt—less than half the state median of $27,000 and dramatically below the $23,000 national average. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.22 means graduates owe roughly 2.5 months of income, a strikingly manageable burden for an associate degree program.
The earnings put this program in the top tier: 95th percentile nationally and 80th percentile among New York programs. That's particularly impressive for community college graduates in a state with 37 competing programs. Nassau's earnings essentially match the top programs in the state, while maintaining community college accessibility and affordability.
The major caveat: flat earnings over the four-year tracking period and a small sample size under 30 graduates. Still, even if this becomes a concern long-term, graduates enter the workforce with so little debt that they have substantial financial flexibility. For families seeking healthcare career training without the burden of heavy loans, this program delivers immediate value. Just recognize the small cohort means individual results may vary more than at larger programs.
Where Nassau Community College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services associates's programs nationally
Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.
Earnings Distribution
How Nassau Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Nassau Community College graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all health and medical administrative services associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau Community College | $44,655 | $44,523 | $10,000 | 0.22 |
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred | $44,662 | $46,882 | $28,861 | 0.65 |
| Plaza College | $44,539 | $39,929 | $23,118 | 0.52 |
| Mandl School-The College of Allied Health | $40,962 | $36,256 | $22,019 | 0.54 |
| Monroe University | $36,850 | $38,830 | $15,977 | 0.43 |
| Monroe Community College | $36,493 | $39,186 | $10,463 | 0.29 |
| National Median | $31,719 | — | $23,000 | 0.73 |
Other Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred | $8,862 | $44,662 | $28,861 |
| Plaza College Forest Hills | $15,450 | $44,539 | $23,118 |
| Mandl School-The College of Allied Health New York | $21,200 | $40,962 | $22,019 |
| Monroe University Bronx | $17,922 | $36,850 | $15,977 |
| Monroe Community College Rochester | $5,856 | $36,493 | $10,463 |
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 Nassau Community College, approximately 36% 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 22 graduates with reported earnings and 21 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.