Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Associate's Degree) at Pima Medical Institute-Tucson

Median Earnings (1yr)

$44,175

80th percentile

40th percentile in Arizona

Median Debt

$27,292

38% above national median

Analysis

Pima Medical Institute-Tucson delivers strong national performance in Allied Health and Medical Assisting, with graduates earning $44,175 in their first year—placing this program in the 80th percentile nationally and well above the national median of $36,862. However, the Arizona context tells a different story: these earnings fall to the 40th percentile among Arizona programs, trailing the state median of $47,390 by about $3,200 annually.

The debt picture is notably favorable. At $27,292, students graduate with significantly less debt than typical Arizona programs (median $29,360) and well below what most schools nationally charge for similar programs. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.62 means graduates can reasonably expect to manage their loans, though the modest 3% earnings growth over four years suggests limited salary advancement in this field.

The challenge here is Arizona's competitive landscape—several programs deliver meaningfully higher earnings for similar or lower debt loads. Carrington College campuses produce graduates earning $53,596, while GateWay Community College offers $50,605 with likely lower costs as a public institution. For an Arizona family, this program represents a safe choice with manageable debt, but you're paying a premium for outcomes that rank in the middle of your state's options rather than getting the best return on investment available locally.

Where Pima Medical Institute-Tucson Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health and medical assisting services associates's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Pima Medical Institute-Tucson graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Pima Medical Institute-Tucson	$44,175	$45,661	+3%
Carrington College-Phoenix North	$53,596	$55,565	+4%
Carrington College-Mesa	$53,596	$55,565	+4%
GateWay Community College	$50,605	$53,692	+6%
Pima Medical Institute-Mesa	$44,175	$45,661	+3%

Compare to Similar Programs in Arizona

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Arizona (17 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Pima Medical Institute-TucsonTucson	—	$44,175	$45,661	$27,292	0.62
Carrington College-Phoenix NorthPhoenix	—	$53,596	$55,565	$32,458	0.61
Carrington College-MesaMesa	—	$53,596	$55,565	$32,458	0.61
GateWay Community CollegePhoenix	$2,358	$50,605	$53,692	$15,581	0.31
Pima Medical Institute-MesaMesa	—	$44,175	$45,661	$27,292	0.62
Mohave Community CollegeKingman	$2,136	$41,797	$30,600	—	—
National Median	—	$36,862	—	$19,825	0.54

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health and medical assisting services graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

$66,050/yrJobs growth:

Surgical Technologists

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

$62,480/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

$60,050/yrJobs growth:

Medical Assistants

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

$44,200/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Pharmacy Technicians

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

$43,460/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Histology Technicians

Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies.

Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

Neurodiagnostic Technologists

Conduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, polysomnograms, or electronystagmograms. May perform nerve conduction studies.

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

All healthcare support workers not listed separately.

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 Pima Medical Institute-Tucson, approximately 48% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 581 graduates with reported earnings and 629 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.