Health and Medical Administrative Services at Pennsylvania College of Technology

Pennsylvania College of Technology's medical administrative services program sits in a middle-of-the-pack position, performing modestly better than typical Pennsylvania programs (60th percentile statewide) but significantly trailing the state's top performers. At $32,783 in first-year earnings, graduates earn about $2,000 more than the PA median, but several community colleges produce graduates earning $10,000 to $12,000 more annually.

The $23,000 in debt creates a manageable but not ideal financial picture—your child would carry about 70% of their first year's salary in loans. This isn't alarming, but it means loan payments will claim a noticeable chunk of early paychecks. The program costs roughly the same as competitors that produce better outcomes, raising questions about relative value. Healthcare administration roles in Pennsylvania clearly can pay more (Peirce College grads start above $45,000), so the question becomes whether this specific program positions students for those higher-paying positions.

The small sample size here is crucial—with fewer than 30 graduates tracked, a few outliers could skew these numbers significantly. If this program particularly appeals to your family, dig into job placement specifics and whether graduates land in higher-level administrative roles versus basic clerical positions. The modest premium over PA averages suggests adequate preparation, but the wide gap to top programs indicates there may be better options for maximizing earning potential in this field.