Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions at Pima Medical Institute-Seattle

This Allied Health program at Pima Medical Institute-Seattle delivers strong earnings that significantly outperform national benchmarks, with graduates earning $62,420 in their first year—$8,000 more than the national median and ranking in the 84th percentile nationally. However, within Washington state, the picture is more nuanced: while earnings match the state median, several community colleges deliver notably higher outcomes, with Bellevue College graduates earning $17,000 more annually.

The program's biggest advantage is its exceptionally low debt burden at $30,160, ranking in the 5th percentile nationally for debt (meaning 95% of similar programs saddle students with more debt). This creates a very manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48, meaning graduates' debt is less than half their first-year salary. However, it's worth noting that Washington's median debt for this program is only $20,419, so you're paying a $10,000 premium over typical in-state options.

For families prioritizing strong earnings with manageable debt, this program delivers on both fronts nationally. But if cost is a primary concern, Washington's community colleges offer similar or better earnings outcomes with significantly lower debt loads. The program works best for students who value the focused, private school environment and can handle the higher upfront cost for solid career prospects.