Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo

Median Earnings (1yr)

$26,624

45th percentile

60th percentile in Indiana

Median Debt

$9,500

At national median

Analysis

Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo's allied health program produces graduates who earn exactly the state median but face an unusual earnings decline over time. While first-year graduates earn $26,624—ranking in the 60th percentile among Indiana programs—their earnings actually drop to $24,537 by year four, creating a concerning 8% decline when most careers show growth.

The debt load is manageable at $9,500, creating a reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.36. However, when compared to top-performing Indiana programs, the gap is significant: Ivy Tech Community College graduates earn $32,398, nearly $6,000 more than Ross-Kokomo. Even other Ross campuses perform better, with Muncie graduates earning $27,186. This suggests the Kokomo location specifically may have limited local opportunities or weaker employer connections.

For parents whose children are committed to healthcare support roles, this program offers quick entry with reasonable debt. But the earnings trajectory raises red flags about long-term career prospects. The 84% Pell grant rate indicates the program serves students who need affordable options, which it delivers. However, given that Ivy Tech offers similar training with significantly better outcomes, parents should strongly consider whether their child could access higher-performing alternatives before committing to Ross-Kokomo.

Where Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo 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
Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo	$26,624	$24,537	-8%
Purdue University Global	$31,962	$29,604	-7%
Ivy Tech Community College	$32,398	$29,191	-10%
Fortis College-Indianapolis	$28,653	$28,120	-2%
Ross Medical Education Center-Fort Wayne	$25,879	$26,069	+1%

Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (13 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Ross Medical Education Center-KokomoKokomo	—	$26,624	$24,537	$9,500	0.36
Ivy Tech Community CollegeIndianapolis	$4,912	$32,398	$29,191	$10,596	0.33
Purdue University GlobalWest Lafayette	$10,110	$31,962	$29,604	$19,000	0.59
Fortis College-IndianapolisIndianapolis	$14,116	$28,653	$28,120	$11,466	0.40
Ross Medical Education Center-MuncieMuncie	—	$27,186	$26,021	$9,500	0.35
Ross Medical Education Center-LafayetteLafayette	—	$26,624	$24,537	$9,500	0.36
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 Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo, approximately 84% 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 451 graduates with reported earnings and 548 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.