Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Pfeiffer University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$38,406

Est. from NC median (10 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$25,605

Est. from NC median (3 programs)

Analysis

Healthcare administrative programs across North Carolina cluster tightly around $38,000-$40,000 in first-year earnings, and based on comparable programs, Pfeiffer likely falls right in this middle tier. With estimated debt around $25,600, the numbers suggest graduates would owe roughly eight months' salary—manageable by healthcare education standards, where national debt typically runs above $30,000. The program serves a predominantly Pell-eligible student body (56%), and these estimated outcomes would represent meaningful economic mobility for many families if they hold true.

The challenge is that even North Carolina's top-performing program at UNC-Chapel Hill earns just $50,000, while the national 75th percentile reaches $50,580. This suggests healthcare administration bachelor's degrees have a relatively compressed earnings ceiling regardless of where you attend. Pfeiffer's estimated position in the state's middle range means you're likely paying similar debt for similar outcomes as competitors like Campbell or Gardner-Webb. The field rewards credentials and experience over institutional prestige, which levels the playing field but also limits upside.

For families weighing this investment, the debt load appears reasonable if your student is committed to healthcare administration specifically. However, recognize these are estimates based on peer programs—Pfeiffer's actual outcomes could vary. The real question is whether $38,000 starting salaries align with your family's financial needs, knowing advancement in this field typically requires additional experience or graduate credentials to break significantly higher.

Where Pfeiffer University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (20 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Pfeiffer UniversityMisenheimer	$33,930	$38,406*	—	$25,605*	—
University of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill	$8,989	$49,967*	—	—*	—
University of Mount OliveMount Olive	$25,950	$43,807*	$45,947	$40,670*	0.93
Campbell UniversityBuies Creek	$40,410	$39,522*	$54,033	$25,605*	0.65
Gardner-Webb UniversityBoiling Springs	$33,450	$39,472*	—	$24,312*	0.62
East Carolina UniversityGreenville	$7,361	$38,900*	$53,399	$24,459*	0.63
National Median	—	$44,345*	—	$30,998*	0.70

* 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 Pfeiffer University, approximately 56% 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 10 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.