Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at Phoenix College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$35,519

Est. from AZ median (11 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$20,437

Est. from national median (85 programs)

Analysis

Healthcare administration programs in Arizona typically yield modest but steady earnings growth, and Phoenix College appears positioned right in the middle of that range. Based on similar programs statewide, first-year earnings of around $35,500 suggest a manageable debt load at an estimated $20,400—putting the debt-to-earnings ratio at 0.58, which is reasonable for an associate degree that gets graduates working quickly. By year four, earnings climb to $41,000, showing the field rewards experience.

The challenge is that Phoenix College's estimated outcomes don't stand out when compared to peer programs in the state. Pima Community College graduates earn roughly $4,000 more in their first year, which compounds over time. While Phoenix College's estimated debt is slightly lower than the state median, the earnings advantage at competing programs likely outweighs that modest savings. For families specifically comparing Arizona community colleges for healthcare administration, it's worth understanding why some programs produce stronger early earnings—whether through better clinical connections, specialized tracks, or employer partnerships.

The program makes financial sense if you're already in Phoenix and need the flexibility of a community college, especially given the manageable debt load. But if location isn't constraining, exploring what makes Pima Community College's program more successful in the job market could be worthwhile, particularly since we're working with estimated rather than actual outcomes data for Phoenix College.

Where Phoenix 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
Phoenix College	—	$41,003	—
Pima Medical Institute-Tucson	$38,456	$38,833	+1%
Pima Community College	$39,413	$38,151	-3%
University of Phoenix-Arizona	$32,877	$32,176	-2%
Brookline College-Tempe	$37,061	$30,047	-19%

Compare to Similar Programs in Arizona

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Arizona (21 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Phoenix CollegePhoenix	$2,358	$35,519*	$41,003	$20,437*	—
Pima Community CollegeTucson	$2,370	$39,413*	$38,151	$10,500*	0.27
Pima Medical Institute-TucsonTucson	—	$38,456*	$38,833	$23,757*	0.62
Brookline College-TempeTempe	—	$37,061*	$30,047	$19,999*	0.54
Brookline College-TucsonTucson	—	$37,061*	—	—*	—
Brookline College-PhoenixPhoenix	—	$37,061*	$30,047	$19,999*	0.54
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 Phoenix College, approximately 29% 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 11 similar programs in AZ. Actual outcomes may vary.