Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Pima Medical Institute-Tucson

This dental support program at Pima Medical Institute-Tucson delivers solid returns with relatively low debt burden. Graduates earn $27,301 in their first year, which beats the national median by about $2,000 and ranks in the 67th percentile nationally. Within Arizona, it performs respectably at the 60th percentile, though it trails the stronger Pima Phoenix campus by nearly $3,000. The modest $8,509 debt load creates a very manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.31, meaning graduates can realistically pay off their loans quickly.

The earnings trajectory shows steady growth, reaching $30,467 by year four—a 12% increase that demonstrates career advancement potential in this field. While the program ranks at the 83rd percentile nationally for debt (meaning debt levels are higher than most), the absolute amount remains reasonable for a healthcare certificate program. Arizona students have multiple strong options in this field, with several programs offering higher starting salaries, but few combine Pima-Tucson's above-average earnings with such contained debt levels.

For parents seeking a practical healthcare career path, this program offers a solid foundation with quick employment prospects and manageable financial risk. The combination of competitive earnings and low debt makes it a sensible investment, even if it's not the highest-earning option in the state.