Health and Medical Administrative Services at New England Institute of Technology

New England Institute of Technology's graduates in health and medical administrative services earn modestly above the national median—about $33,500 in the first year rising to nearly $37,000 by year four. That's a 10% earnings bump and positions them around the 60th percentile both nationally and within Rhode Island. The $20,000 debt load is actually lower than the national median of $23,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.60. For an associate degree, these numbers suggest graduates can expect to handle their debt reasonably well while building experience in healthcare administration.

The bigger caveat here is data reliability: with fewer than 30 graduates in the sample, these figures could shift significantly year to year. That said, the program serves a substantial population of Pell-eligible students (44%), and the outcomes suggest they're gaining access to stable healthcare sector employment. Healthcare administration roles typically offer steady work with room for advancement as you gain experience and potentially add certifications.

If your child is interested in healthcare but prefers the business side over clinical work, this program offers a practical entry point without excessive debt. Just recognize that the small program size means less certainty about whether these outcomes will hold consistently—and consider whether the relatively modest starting salary aligns with your family's financial expectations for an associate degree investment.