Analysis
Navarro College's Allied Health program posts impressive first-year earnings of $51,543—40% above the national median and among the top tier nationally. That's strong performance, particularly for a community college program serving a substantial population of Pell grant recipients. At 60th percentile within Texas, it's solidly competitive with other in-state options, though not quite matching the very top programs like Western Technical College.
The debt picture is reasonable at $24,448, creating a manageable 0.47 debt-to-earnings ratio. Graduates should have little trouble managing loan payments on these salaries. However, the slight earnings decline to $50,309 by year four deserves attention. This pattern isn't necessarily alarming in allied health fields where pay can plateau quickly, but it suggests limited advancement potential within the typical entry-level roles these graduates enter.
For families weighing this program, the value proposition is straightforward: competitive starting salaries with manageable debt, but expect income stability rather than growth. If your child is interested in allied health work and wants to stay in Texas, Navarro delivers outcomes that justify the investment, particularly compared to pricier alternatives that might not produce better results.
Where Navarro College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all allied health and medical assisting services associates's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Navarro College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navarro College | $51,543 | $50,309 | -2% |
| San Jacinto Community College | $52,032 | $60,275 | +16% |
| Austin Community College District | $49,448 | $59,099 | +20% |
| Western Technical College | $53,747 | $58,777 | +9% |
| Western Technical College | $53,747 | $58,777 | +9% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (51 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Navarro CollegeCorsicana | $3,008 | $51,543 | $50,309 | $24,448 | 0.47 |
 Western Technical CollegeEl Paso | — | $53,747 | $58,777 | — | — |
| Western Technical CollegeEl Paso | — | $53,747 | $58,777 | — | — |
 San Jacinto Community CollegePasadena | $1,992 | $52,032 | $60,275 | $21,000 | 0.40 |
 Kilgore CollegeKilgore | $2,160 | $51,558 | — | — | — |
 Weatherford CollegeWeatherford | $4,560 | $51,083 | $56,586 | $20,750 | 0.41 |
| National Median | — | $36,862 | — | $19,825 | 0.54 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with allied health and medical assisting services graduates
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Surgical Technologists
Physical Therapist Assistants
Medical Assistants
Pharmacy Technicians
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
Histology Technicians
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other
Neurodiagnostic Technologists
Ophthalmic Medical Technologists
Healthcare Support Workers, All Other
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 Navarro College, approximately 32% 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 70 graduates with reported earnings and 68 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.