Health and Medical Administrative Services at Saint Joseph's College of Maine

Saint Joseph's graduates in healthcare administration earn about $54,000 their first year—solidly above the national median of $44,000 for this degree and landing in the 84th percentile nationally. That $10,000 premium matters. With debt at $28,400, graduates face a manageable 0.53 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning they owe roughly half their annual salary. This is a reasonable starting point for a field where administrative roles typically offer steady employment in Maine's healthcare sector.

The state context is less clear-cut since only three Maine schools offer this program, making comparisons limited. Saint Joseph's sits at the 60th percentile within the state, suggesting one or two other programs may produce slightly better outcomes. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) also means these numbers could shift significantly year to year, so they're best viewed as directional rather than definitive.

For parents weighing options, this program delivers above-average national results at a debt level that won't overwhelm early-career earnings. The 82% admission rate makes it accessible, and healthcare administration offers more job stability than many fields. Just recognize you're looking at a narrow data slice—if possible, ask the school about multi-year trends and job placement specifics in Maine's hospital systems and medical practices.