Health and Medical Administrative Services at Ross Medical Education Center-Canton

Ross Medical Education Center-Canton's certificate program produces earnings barely above Michigan's median for medical administrative programs, but significantly below the national average—and the debt load is heavier than most competitors. At $24,758 in first-year earnings, graduates earn roughly $3,000 less than the national median, though they're right in line with typical Michigan outcomes. The concerning part: while the debt of $9,500 might seem manageable, it sits at the 75th percentile nationally, meaning three-quarters of similar programs nationwide saddle students with less debt for better results.

The comparison to other Ross campuses in Michigan is particularly telling. Four other Ross locations—Ann Arbor, Brighton, Davison, and Port Huron—show median earnings of $28,570, about $4,000 more than Canton graduates earn. That's a meaningful gap for the same credential from the same institution. Meanwhile, top performers in the state like Ferris State University deliver earnings nearly triple this program's outcomes, though that includes bachelor's degrees. Even Schoolcraft Community College, a local competitor, shows graduates earning $29,298.

For families considering this program, the math is straightforward but not compelling: you'll likely find work (75% of students receive Pell grants, suggesting this serves working-class families seeking credentials), but starting pay around $25,000 makes that $9,500 debt feel heavier than it looks. If Ross is the target, other Michigan campuses show stronger outcomes for likely similar costs.