Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Platt College-Anaheim

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$44,584

Est. from CA median (9 programs)

Median Debt

$16,132

48% below national median

Analysis

The numbers here are frustratingly unclear, with first-year earnings estimated from similar California programs but fourth-year data showing an actual drop to $42,313. That decline—if it reflects this program's reality—would be unusual and concerning, though we can't know if it's an artifact of the estimation method or a genuine outcome pattern. Based on comparable programs in California, health administration bachelor's graduates typically start around $44,584, which tracks with the national median of $44,345. The debt load of $16,132 is notably lower than the national median of $30,998, which matters considerably for the 60% of students here receiving Pell grants.

The challenge is that top performers in California—National University and several Cal State campuses—report significantly higher earnings in the $44,000-$64,000 range with actual data, not estimates. You're paying for a bachelor's degree at a for-profit institution when public alternatives produce verified outcomes in the same range or better. The low debt is the one clear advantage, but it doesn't overcome the uncertainty about what graduates from this specific program actually earn or why the fourth-year figure dips below the first-year estimate.

Before committing, your family needs actual placement data and alumni outcomes directly from Platt College-Anaheim. The Cal State system offers this same degree with transparent data and comparable costs—that's your safety comparison.

Where Platt College-Anaheim Stands

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

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Platt College-Anaheim	—	$42,313	—
National University	$64,382	$62,287	-3%
California State University-Northridge	$44,779	$56,371	+26%
California State University-Long Beach	$43,594	$56,104	+29%
DeVry University-California	$43,316	$50,285	+16%

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (33 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Platt College-AnaheimAnaheim	$14,804	$44,584*	$42,313	$16,132	—
National UniversitySan Diego	$13,320	$64,382*	$62,287	$38,969	0.61
Ashford UniversitySan Diego	$13,160	$45,459*	$40,572	$44,878	0.99
Fresno Pacific UniversityFresno	$35,558	$44,869*	—	$25,000	0.56
California State University-NorthridgeNorthridge	$7,095	$44,779*	$56,371	$13,000	0.29
California State University-Dominguez HillsCarson	$7,064	$44,584*	$49,351	$18,250	0.41
National Median	—	$44,345*	—	$30,998	0.70

* Estimated from similar programs

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 Platt College-Anaheim, approximately 60% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.