Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Pasco-Hernando State College

Pasco-Hernando State College graduates in allied health professions start around $42,400—roughly $12,000 below what similar Florida programs deliver and nearly $22,000 less than top-performing schools like Seminole State or Broward College. These graduates rank in just the 5th percentile nationally, meaning 95% of comparable programs produce better earnings outcomes. Even within Florida's competitive allied health landscape, this program sits at the 25th percentile. The minimal earnings growth over four years suggests graduates aren't advancing significantly in their careers or specializations.

The one bright spot here is the exceptionally low debt load of $8,750, which creates a manageable 0.21 debt-to-earnings ratio. Graduates can realistically pay this off within a year or two of focused repayment, which matters for a program serving a substantial population of Pell Grant recipients. However, the debt advantage doesn't offset the earnings gap—over a career, the $10,000+ annual earnings difference compared to other Florida community colleges compounds dramatically.

If your child is committed to allied health in this region, other nearby Florida community colleges offer demonstrably better outcomes while maintaining similarly affordable debt levels. The low cost of this program makes it low-risk, but when peer institutions produce 50% higher earnings for comparable investment, that's a significant opportunity cost worth considering carefully.