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Prism Career Institute's medical assisting program costs less than most competitors but delivers earnings that fall short of what students could earn elsewhere in New Jersey. At $23,992 in the first year, graduates earn about $4,000 less than the state median for similar programs, landing at the 40th percentile among New Jersey schools. The top-performing programs in the state—like Eastwick College's campuses—produce graduates earning $32,000-33,000, nearly 40% more than Prism's outcomes.

The debt picture provides some relief: at $7,600, borrowers owe roughly $2,000 less than typical for these programs. That translates to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.32, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off loans with about four months of gross earnings. The 18% earnings growth to year four suggests some career progression, though reaching $28,274 still leaves graduates trailing most New Jersey programs.

For families considering this certificate, the lower debt doesn't fully offset the earnings gap. Your child would start their career earning 12% less than the state median while working in the same field as graduates from nearby schools. Unless location or scheduling makes Prism uniquely accessible, students should seriously compare outcomes at Lincoln Technical Institute or ASI Career Institute, where graduates earn $7,000-8,000 more annually for similar or slightly higher debt levels.