Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Pima Medical Institute-Tucson

This Allied Health program at Pima Medical Institute-Tucson delivers solid value, ranking in the 82nd percentile nationally for earnings while maintaining reasonable debt levels. Graduates earn $31,915 in their first year—significantly above both the national median ($27,186) and Arizona median ($29,472) for similar programs. The $9,457 in median debt creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.30, meaning graduates can realistically pay off loans within a few years of employment.

What's particularly encouraging is the program's consistency with other Pima Medical locations across Arizona, suggesting reliable training and employer recognition. While earnings growth is modest at 5% over four years, the starting salary provides a decent foundation for entry-level healthcare work. The 60th percentile ranking within Arizona shows this program performs well against in-state competition, though it's not the absolute top performer.

For families considering this investment, the numbers work in your favor. The relatively low debt burden combined with above-average starting earnings makes this a financially sensible choice for students seeking quick entry into healthcare careers. With 48% of students receiving Pell grants, the school clearly serves working families successfully, and the robust sample size gives confidence these outcomes are reliable rather than statistical flukes.