Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at North Central Missouri College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$34,882

Est. from MO median (6 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$20,437

Est. from national median (85 programs)

Analysis

Missouri programs in health and medical administrative services typically see graduates earning around $35,000 in their first year—figures that align with what peer programs in this state report. North Central Missouri College's estimated debt load of about $20,400 comes in notably lower than both the national median ($23,000) and state median ($25,445) for this credential, giving graduates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.59. That's manageable territory: even at first-year salary levels, this debt represents roughly seven months of gross income.

The catch is that both the earnings and debt figures here are estimates drawn from comparable programs rather than verified outcomes from North Central's specific graduates. The earnings estimate reflects what six Missouri programs in this field report, while debt is modeled from 85 similar associate's programs nationally. Fourth-year earnings of $36,830 do show modest growth, putting graduates near the 75th percentile nationally for this credential—though that milestone still represents a relatively modest ceiling.

For families watching their budget, this program offers a practical advantage: lower estimated debt than most competitors while targeting a field with steady demand. The first-year salary won't feel generous, but it's workable income in rural Missouri, and the debt burden shouldn't be crushing. Just remember these figures are based on peer outcomes, not North Central's track record specifically, so there's more uncertainty here than with programs reporting actual graduate data.

Where North Central Missouri College Stands

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

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
North Central Missouri College	—	$36,830	—
Fisher College	$51,420	$62,198	+21%
East Central College	$29,516	$37,719	+28%
State Fair Community College	$36,652	$30,249	-17%
Bryan University	$24,928	$28,476	+14%

Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (22 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
North Central Missouri CollegeTrenton	$4,950	$34,882*	$36,830	$20,437*	—
State Fair Community CollegeSedalia	$4,104	$36,652*	$30,249	$18,927*	0.52
St Louis College of Health Careers-St LouisSaint Louis	—	$35,503*	—	$27,036*	0.76
St Louis College of Health Careers-FentonFenton	—	$35,503*	—	$27,036*	0.76
Ozarks Technical Community CollegeSpringfield	$4,184	$34,260*	—	$14,875*	0.43
East Central CollegeUnion	$3,888	$29,516*	$37,719	—*	—
National Median	—	$31,719*	—	$23,000*	0.73

* Estimated from similar programs

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 North Central Missouri College, 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in MO. Actual outcomes may vary.