Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Ross College-Hopkinsville

Ross College-Hopkinsville's Allied Health program delivers exactly average results at an average price, but the concerning earnings trajectory makes this a questionable investment. While graduates start at $27,186—matching both national and state medians—their earnings actually decline to $26,021 by year four, a troubling 4% drop when most careers should show growth.

The program does rank in the 60th percentile among Kentucky schools, slightly above the state median, but this modest advantage is overshadowed by significantly stronger alternatives. Sullivan University graduates earn $34,352, nearly $8,000 more annually, while several other Kentucky programs offer earnings in the $29,000-$30,000 range. The $9,500 debt load is reasonable and manageable, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35, but even low debt doesn't justify declining career prospects.

The high percentage of Pell Grant recipients (77%) suggests this program serves students with limited financial resources, making the lack of earnings growth particularly concerning. For families considering this investment, the flat-to-declining earnings pattern is a red flag in a healthcare field that should offer career advancement. With multiple Kentucky alternatives showing stronger earning potential for similar training, families should seriously explore other medical assisting programs that demonstrate actual career progression rather than settling for this early-peak trajectory.