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

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$37,801

Est. from CO median (5 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$20,437

Est. from national median (85 programs)

Analysis

Based on comparable programs in Colorado, this associate's degree appears positioned right at the state median with estimated first-year earnings around $37,800. That's notably above the national benchmark of $31,700 for this field, suggesting Colorado's healthcare administration market may offer stronger entry points than many other states. With estimated debt of $20,400—well below Colorado's typical $30,200 for similar programs—the financial setup looks more manageable than peer options.

The estimated debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.54 suggests graduates could reasonably pay off loans within a few years if they secure median-level positions. However, it's worth noting that other Colorado community colleges like Front Range and Arapahoe report actual outcomes around $43,800 for their graduates in this field, roughly $6,000 higher than the state median Pueblo's estimates are based on. That gap could matter significantly when calculating realistic payback timelines.

For parents weighing this investment, the lower debt estimate is the standout advantage here. If your student can graduate near that $20,400 figure while landing work in Colorado's healthcare administration sector, they'd be entering with less burden than most peers in the state. The uncertainty lies in whether actual outcomes will track closer to the state median or fall short—something worth exploring directly with Pueblo's career services about their specific placement rates and employer connections in the region.

Where Pueblo Community College Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (14 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Pueblo Community CollegePueblo	$4,883	$37,801*	—	$20,437*	—
Front Range Community CollegeWestminster	$4,740	$43,801*	$37,516	$18,125*	0.41
Arapahoe Community CollegeLittleton	$4,308	$43,631*	$46,918	$25,715*	0.59
Colorado Christian UniversityLakewood	$39,266	$37,801*	—	$34,750*	0.92
IBMC CollegeFort Collins	$15,320	$33,672*	$35,448	—*	—
Colorado Technical University-Colorado SpringsColorado Springs	$12,760	$25,841*	$27,501	$41,982*	1.62
National Median	—	$31,719*	—	$23,000*	0.73

* 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 Pueblo Community College, approximately 28% 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 5 similar programs in CO. Actual outcomes may vary.