Health and Medical Administrative Services at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How New Mexico State University-Dona Ana graduates compare to all programs nationally
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana graduates earn $28k, placing them in the 26th 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 Mexico
Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico State University-Dona Ana | $27,876 | $26,401 | $20,437* | — |
| Brookline College-Albuquerque | $37,061 | — | —* | — |
| Southeast New Mexico College | $27,876 | $26,401 | —* | — |
| New Mexico State University-Main Campus | $27,876 | $26,401 | —* | — |
| San Juan College | $24,055 | — | —* | — |
| National Median | $31,719 | — | $23,000* | 0.73 |
Other Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs in New Mexico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Mexico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque | — | $37,061 | — |
| Southeast New Mexico College Carlsbad | $1,176 | $27,876 | — |
| New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces | $8,147 | $27,876 | — |
| San Juan College Farmington | $1,790 | $24,055 | — |
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 New Mexico State University-Dona Ana, approximately 34% 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 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.