Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Remington College-Baton Rouge Campus

Graduates of medical assisting programs in Louisiana typically earn around $23,000 in their first year, making Remington College-Baton Rouge's outcomes slightly above the state median but well below what peer programs nationally produce. At an estimated $14,120 in debt—derived from similar certificate programs at for-profit schools—students here face borrowing costs roughly 50% higher than typical for this field. That debt load translates to a 0.59 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates would spend about seven months of their first-year income just to repay what they borrowed.

The comparison to nearby programs is striking. Delgado Community College's graduates earn $29,905, nearly $6,000 more annually, while community colleges in Louisiana generally report median debt under $10,000 for this credential. Even other Baton Rouge programs show stronger early earnings. With 93% of students receiving Pell grants, the higher estimated debt burden hits a particularly vulnerable population—students who likely have limited financial cushion to absorb education costs that don't translate into competitive wages.

For parents weighing this investment, the numbers suggest exploring community college alternatives in the Baton Rouge area first. Those programs appear to deliver better earnings outcomes at lower cost, which matters enormously in a field where first-year salaries barely exceed $24,000.