Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster

Median Earnings (1yr)

$27,553

24th percentile

60th percentile in California

Median Debt

$20,000

13% below national median

Analysis

San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster's medical administrative services program sits right at California's median for earnings, but significantly trails the national average by about $4,000 annually. The $27,553 first-year salary falls in the 24th percentile nationally, while ranking at the 60th percentile within California—suggesting this isn't a school-specific issue but rather a regional wage challenge. For context, the top California programs like Santa Barbara City College report nearly double these earnings at $48,712.

The debt load of $20,000 is manageable at 0.73 times first-year income, and graduates do see steady 10% earnings growth to $30,344 by year four. With 60% of students receiving Pell grants, this program serves a predominantly working-class population who may need to balance affordability with earning potential. The moderate sample size gives reasonable confidence in these figures.

The practical reality: this credential leads to modest wages in California's healthcare administration field, where entry-level medical office work typically doesn't command premium salaries. Families should recognize that graduates will likely need to budget carefully even with the relatively low debt burden, and that significantly higher-paying programs exist within the state if geography and admission requirements align.

Where San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster 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
San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster	$27,553	$30,344	+10%
DeVry University-California	$37,750	$37,077	-2%
Asher College	$36,293	$36,643	+1%
San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno	$27,553	$30,344	+10%
San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario	$27,553	$30,344	+10%

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in California (70 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
San Joaquin Valley College-LancasterLancaster	—	$27,553	$30,344	$20,000	0.73
Santa Barbara City CollegeSanta Barbara	$1,234	$48,712	—	$23,505	0.48
DeVry University-CaliforniaOntario	$17,488	$37,750	$37,077	$37,717	1.00
Asher CollegeSacramento	—	$36,293	$36,643	$17,667	0.49
Laurus CollegeSan Luis Obispo	—	$35,211	$24,369	$33,000	0.94
San Joaquin Valley College-OntarioOntario	—	$27,553	$30,344	$20,000	0.73
National Median	—	$31,719	—	$23,000	0.73

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 San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster, approximately 60% 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 82 graduates with reported earnings and 105 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.