Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Remington College-Lafayette Campus

Remington College-Lafayette's allied health program sits in the middle of Louisiana's pack but trails significantly behind national standards. While graduates earn $30,867 at the median statewide level (putting this program at the 40th percentile in Louisiana), they're dramatically underperforming the national median of $36,862—landing in just the 15th percentile nationally. The debt load of $24,121 is reasonable relative to first-year earnings, creating a manageable 0.87 debt-to-income ratio.

The program's saving grace is strong earnings growth, with salaries jumping 33% from $27,695 to $36,776 between years one and four. This trajectory helps graduates catch up somewhat, though they still lag behind top Louisiana programs like Louisiana Christian University ($52,843) and several community colleges that deliver better outcomes. Given that 97% of students receive Pell grants, many families are seeking affordable pathways to stable healthcare careers.

For families prioritizing quick entry into healthcare work, this program offers that pathway with reasonable debt and solid growth potential. However, parents should recognize their child will likely earn $9,000+ less annually than the typical allied health graduate nationally, which adds up significantly over a career. Community college alternatives like Delgado or Bossier Parish deliver substantially better outcomes while keeping costs low.