Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Rogue Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$36,717

95th percentile

40th percentile in Oregon

Median Debt

$12,930

36% above national median

Analysis

Rogue Community College's medical assisting program posts impressive earnings compared to most schools nationally, but the Oregon picture tells a different story. While $36,717 first-year earnings lands in the 95th percentile nationally, it's actually below the state median of $37,349—putting it in just the 40th percentile among Oregon programs. Portland Community College and Central Oregon Community College both deliver substantially higher starting earnings for similar training. The debt load of $12,930 is reasonable but runs higher than both state and national medians, creating a tricky value equation for Oregon families.

The earnings decline to $33,614 by year four raises questions about advancement opportunities in the Grants Pass area compared to Oregon's larger metro markets. Medical assisting roles typically offer stable if modest pay, but graduates here might be hitting a regional ceiling that peers in Portland or Bend don't face. With 43% of students receiving Pell grants, that $3,000+ earnings dip over four years matters for financial stability.

For families in Southern Oregon who need to stay local, this program offers solid entry into healthcare work with manageable debt. But Oregon students with flexibility should seriously compare to higher-performing programs closer to Portland or Bend, where both starting salaries and earnings trajectories appear stronger for the same credential.

Where Rogue Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Rogue Community College 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
Rogue Community College	$36,717	$33,614	-8%
Portland Community College	$45,994	$42,271	-8%
Central Oregon Community College	$39,674	$41,971	+6%
Concorde Career College-Portland	$33,896	$34,795	+3%
Institute of Technology	$35,488	$34,382	-3%

Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (19 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Rogue Community CollegeGrants Pass	$5,184	$36,717	$33,614	$12,930	0.35
Portland Community CollegePortland	$5,040	$45,994	$42,271	$12,834	0.28
Central Oregon Community CollegeBend	$4,941	$39,674	$41,971	$14,833	0.37
Carrington College-PortlandPortland	—	$38,395	$33,794	$9,500	0.25
Sumner CollegePortland	—	$37,349	—	—	—
Institute of TechnologySalem	—	$35,488	$34,382	$9,500	0.27
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 Rogue Community College, approximately 43% 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 46 graduates with reported earnings and 29 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.