Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas

Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas delivers solid value for dental support services training, with graduates earning above both national and Nevada averages while keeping debt manageable. At $27,301 in first-year earnings, graduates outperform the national median by $2,046 and rank in the 67th percentile nationally. In Nevada's competitive market, this program ranks in the 60th percentile among 10 schools offering similar training, placing it among the top performers in the state.

The debt picture is particularly attractive with just $8,509 in median debt—below both national and state averages. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.31, meaning graduates typically owe less than four months of their starting salary. The 12% earnings growth from year one to year four shows steady career progression, with four-year earnings reaching $30,467.

For parents concerned about return on investment, this program offers a clear path to stable employment with reasonable debt. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates gives confidence in these outcomes, and the fact that 46% of students receive Pell grants indicates the school successfully serves students from various economic backgrounds. Among Nevada's dental support programs, this ranks as one of the better options for balancing earnings potential with manageable debt.