Location: Moraga, CA•In-State Tuition: $56,134•Admission Rate: 89%
Est. Earnings (1yr)
$44,584
Est. from CA median (9 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$26,750
Est. from CA median (3 programs)

Analysis

California's healthcare administration bachelor's programs show a wide earnings spread—from around $44,000 at many state schools to over $64,000 at the top end. Saint Mary's sits squarely in the middle of this range, with comparable programs in the state suggesting first-year earnings near $44,600. That's consistent with national figures for this field, where median outcomes hover around the same mark. The challenge here isn't the earning potential—it's the cost of getting there. At an estimated $26,750 in debt, students would be borrowing considerably more than the state median of $17,275 for similar programs.

That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.60 means graduates would owe roughly seven months' salary, which is manageable but not exceptional given what's available elsewhere in California. State schools on the list are producing similar earnings outcomes, likely at lower costs for in-state students. For a private liberal arts education at Saint Mary's, families should weigh whether the campus experience and smaller environment justify the higher debt load when CSU campuses offer comparable career prospects in this field. The program appears viable financially, but it's not a standout value compared to public alternatives nearby.

Where Saint Mary's College of California Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services bachelors's programs nationally

Saint Mary's College of California (estimated ±10%)Other health and medical administrative services programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (33 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Saint Mary's College of CaliforniaMoraga$56,134$44,584*—$26,750*—
National UniversitySan Diego$13,320$64,382*$62,287$38,969*0.61
Ashford UniversitySan Diego$13,160$45,459*$40,572$44,878*0.99
Fresno Pacific UniversityFresno$35,558$44,869*—$25,000*0.56
California State University-NorthridgeNorthridge$7,095$44,779*$56,371$13,000*0.29
California State University-Dominguez HillsCarson$7,064$44,584*$49,351$18,250*0.41
National Median—$44,345*—$30,998*0.70
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree
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 Saint Mary's College of California, approximately 24% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.