Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Rasmussen University-Florida

This Allied Health program at Rasmussen University-Florida offers solid value with earnings that outperform most competitors and remarkably manageable debt. Graduates earn $29,532 in their first year—significantly higher than both the national median ($27,186) and Florida median ($26,264) for similar programs. More importantly, the debt load of $14,042 is extremely reasonable, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.48, meaning graduates can realistically pay off their loans within two years of working.

The program ranks in the 60th percentile among Florida's 99 similar programs, which is respectable given the competitive landscape. While it doesn't reach the earnings levels of top-tier programs like Manatee Technical College ($35,907), it strikes an excellent balance between earnings potential and educational investment. The minimal earnings growth from year one to four ($964 increase) suggests this is an entry-level field where experience doesn't dramatically boost wages, but the low debt burden compensates for this limitation.

For families concerned about educational debt, this program represents a practical pathway to steady healthcare employment without the financial stress that burdens many college graduates. The 55% Pell Grant recipient rate indicates the school serves working-class families well, and the robust sample size gives confidence in these outcomes.