Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Rasmussen University-Wisconsin

Median Earnings (1yr)

$29,532

66th percentile

40th percentile in Wisconsin

Median Debt

$14,042

48% above national median

Analysis

This Allied Health program at Rasmussen University-Wisconsin presents a mixed financial picture that requires careful consideration. While the program performs well nationally (66th percentile for earnings), it significantly underperforms within Wisconsin, ranking in just the 40th percentile among state programs. The $30,496 four-year earnings lag nearly $4,000 behind the Wisconsin median of $34,484, and the state's top technical colleges consistently produce graduates earning $36,000+—about $6,000 more annually.

The debt picture is more encouraging, with graduates owing $14,042 compared to the state median of $11,160, resulting in a reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48. However, the minimal earnings growth (just 3% over four years) suggests this field offers limited advancement potential, which is concerning given that Wisconsin's technical college alternatives provide both higher starting salaries and likely similar career trajectories.

For Wisconsin families, this program appears overpriced relative to in-state alternatives. The state's technical colleges offer the same credential with significantly better earning potential at likely lower cost. Unless location constraints make Rasmussen the only viable option, your child would be better served applying to programs like Blackhawk Technical College or Western Technical College, which deliver $6,000+ higher annual earnings that compound over an entire career.

Where Rasmussen University-Wisconsin Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health and medical assisting services certificate's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Rasmussen University-Wisconsin 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
Rasmussen University-Wisconsin	$29,532	$30,496	+3%
Milwaukee Area Technical College	$34,984	$37,079	+6%
Moraine Park Technical College	$36,255	$36,193	-0%
Chippewa Valley Technical College	$36,033	$34,768	-4%
Waukesha County Technical College	$35,624	$34,538	-3%

Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (22 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Rasmussen University-WisconsinGreen Bay	$11,982	$29,532	$30,496	$14,042	0.48
Blackhawk Technical CollegeJanesville	$4,170	$37,193	$34,091	$7,743	0.21
Western Technical CollegeLa Crosse	$4,716	$36,437	$31,102	$11,613	0.32
Moraine Park Technical CollegeFond du Lac	$4,713	$36,255	$36,193	$7,779	0.21
Northwood Technical CollegeRice Lake	$4,524	$36,070	$28,912	$9,437	0.26
Chippewa Valley Technical CollegeEau Claire	$4,724	$36,033	$34,768	$14,396	0.40
National Median	—	$27,186	—	$9,500	0.35

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health and medical assisting services graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

$66,050/yrJobs growth:

Surgical Technologists

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

$62,480/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

$60,050/yrJobs growth:

Medical Assistants

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

$44,200/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Pharmacy Technicians

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

$43,460/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Histology Technicians

Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies.

Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

Neurodiagnostic Technologists

Conduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, polysomnograms, or electronystagmograms. May perform nerve conduction studies.

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

All healthcare support workers not listed separately.

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 Rasmussen University-Wisconsin, approximately 57% 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 548 graduates with reported earnings and 810 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.