Health and Medical Administrative Services at PiBerry Institute
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Analysis
PiBerry Institute's graduates start nearly $10,000 below what students earn from the top programs in Florida—Seminole State and St. Petersburg College alumni make around $36,000-$37,000 in their first year, compared to $25,597 here. Even among Florida's 92 certificate programs in medical administration, this one lands at just the 40th percentile, performing below the state median of $27,665.
The $9,500 debt load matches Florida's median and seems manageable at first glance—it's just over a third of first-year earnings. However, when your graduate is earning $8,000 less annually than peers from better programs, that earnings gap compounds over time. The 75th percentile national debt ranking (meaning most similar programs leave students with less debt) suggests the cost isn't particularly competitive either.
For a certificate program serving a population where 35% of students need Pell grants, these outcomes are disappointing. Your child could attend a Florida state college system program and earn 35-40% more right out of the gate with similar or lower debt. Unless location in Homestead is critical, the stronger-performing community college options across Florida offer substantially better returns on this investment.
Where PiBerry Institute Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services certificate's programs nationally
Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.
Earnings Distribution
How PiBerry Institute graduates compare to all programs nationally
PiBerry Institute graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 32th percentile of all health and medical administrative services certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Florida (92 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PiBerry Institute | $25,597 | — | $9,500 | 0.37 |
| Seminole State College of Florida | $37,000 | — | $15,750 | 0.43 |
| St Petersburg College | $36,407 | $37,670 | $20,819 | 0.57 |
| Polk State College | $35,095 | — | $14,479 | 0.41 |
| Florida National University-Main Campus | $34,090 | — | — | — |
| Rasmussen University-Florida | $33,372 | $34,496 | $13,143 | 0.39 |
| National Median | $27,783 | — | $10,372 | 0.37 |
Other Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seminole State College of Florida Sanford | $3,227 | $37,000 | $15,750 |
| St Petersburg College St. Petersburg | $2,682 | $36,407 | $20,819 |
| Polk State College Winter Haven | $3,366 | $35,095 | $14,479 |
| Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah | $16,088 | $34,090 | — |
| Rasmussen University-Florida Ocala | $15,117 | $33,372 | $13,143 |
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 PiBerry Institute, approximately 35% 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.