Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at Pitt Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$30,616

43rd percentile

60th percentile in North Carolina

Median Debt

$24,746

8% above national median

Analysis

Pitt Community College's health administration program delivers slightly above-average results for North Carolina, though it trails the state's top community college programs by a meaningful margin. At $30,616 in first-year earnings, graduates earn modestly more than the NC median and land in the 60th percentile statewide—respectable positioning, but Durham Tech and Davidson-Davie grads start nearly $7,000 higher.

The debt picture looks reasonable on the surface: $24,746 is close to both state and national medians, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.81. Graduates typically need about 10 months of gross income to cover their educational debt. However, the earnings trajectory deserves attention—the 9% growth to $33,309 by year four is steady but unspectacular, leaving graduates earning less than the starting salaries at top NC programs.

For families considering this program, it's a functional pathway into healthcare administration but not a standout performer. If your student has access to Durham Tech, Wake Tech, or Forsyth Tech without relocating, those programs offer demonstrably better earnings outcomes. If Pitt is the local option and relocation isn't feasible, the program provides adequate preparation at typical debt levels—just understand your graduate will likely start at the lower end of the healthcare administrative pay scale in North Carolina.

Where Pitt Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Pitt Community College 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
Pitt Community College	$30,616	$33,309	+9%
Durham Technical Community College	$38,041	$45,870	+21%
Central Piedmont Community College	$35,101	$36,638	+4%
Forsyth Technical Community College	$35,288	$34,606	-2%
Catawba Valley Community College	$29,469	$32,467	+10%

Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (55 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Pitt Community CollegeWinterville	$1,972	$30,616	$33,309	$24,746	0.81
Durham Technical Community CollegeDurham	$1,986	$38,041	$45,870	$36,237	0.95
Davidson-Davie Community CollegeThomasville	$1,978	$37,553	—	—	—
Wake Technical Community CollegeRaleigh	$2,336	$35,381	$31,626	$31,304	0.88
Forsyth Technical Community CollegeWinston-Salem	$2,256	$35,288	$34,606	$20,915	0.59
Central Piedmont Community CollegeCharlotte	$2,792	$35,101	$36,638	—	—
National Median	—	$31,719	—	$23,000	0.73

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 Pitt Community College, approximately 38% 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 40 graduates with reported earnings and 62 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.