Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Ross Medical Education Center-Muncie

This Allied Health program at Ross Medical Education Center-Muncie delivers exactly average earnings nationally but performs slightly better within Indiana, ranking in the 60th percentile among the state's 13 programs. However, the numbers reveal a concerning pattern: graduates earn $27,186 in their first year but see earnings decline to $26,021 by year four—a 4% drop when most careers show growth. With moderate debt of $9,500, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35 is manageable, meaning graduates can reasonably expect to pay off loans within a few years.

The program serves a predominantly low-income student population (81% receive Pell grants), which makes the accessible debt load particularly important. While the starting salary won't make anyone wealthy, it provides a stable entry point into healthcare. The concerning earnings decline suggests this may be a field where experience doesn't translate to significant salary growth, or where many graduates may need additional training to advance.

For families seeking a quick, affordable path into healthcare, this program delivers reasonable value with low financial risk. However, parents should understand this appears to be an "early peak" career where initial earnings represent the ceiling rather than the floor. If your child is motivated and capable, looking at higher-performing Indiana programs like Ivy Tech ($32,398) might be worth the extra investment for better long-term earning potential.