Health and Medical Administrative Services at San Jacinto Community College

San Jacinto Community College's Health and Medical Administrative Services program punches well above its weight on earnings while keeping debt remarkably low. Graduates earn nearly $40,000 right out of the gate—25% more than the national median and 16% above the typical Texas graduate. The $11,050 in debt is less than half the national average, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.28. That means graduates owe roughly three months' salary, which they can realistically pay off within two years.

The catch is minimal earnings growth—salaries essentially flatline between year one and year four. This suggests the program leads to entry-level positions without clear advancement trajectories. However, at these debt levels, that's less concerning than it would be elsewhere. While the program ranks at the 60th percentile among Texas schools (several programs in the state have marginally higher starting salaries), the superior debt position here changes the calculation significantly.

For families prioritizing quick entry into stable healthcare administration work without taking on crushing debt, this program delivers exactly that. The 30% of students receiving Pell grants suggests San Jacinto successfully serves working-class families looking for affordable healthcare credentials. Your child won't get rich, but they'll be earning a livable wage immediately with debt that won't follow them for a decade.