Health and Medical Administrative Services at Seminole State College of Florida

Seminole State College delivers notably strong early earnings for healthcare administration graduates—$38,488 puts this program $7,000 above Florida's median and over $6,700 above what the typical program nationally produces. Among Florida's 51 schools offering this degree, that places in the 60th percentile, meaning graduates here earn more than most in-state peers while avoiding the higher debt loads common at private institutions. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.52 is reasonable for an associate degree, translating to about $226 in monthly payments on a first-year salary that should comfortably handle it.

That said, these figures come from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes could vary more than the median suggests. The program also carries slightly more debt than the national average, though still substantially less than Florida's typical $25,924 for this field. What matters more is that graduates are earning enough to justify the investment—healthcare administration associate degrees often serve as entry points to medical office management or insurance coordination roles with room for advancement.

For Florida families, this represents a solid community college option that outperforms most in-state alternatives without the price tag of schools like Southern Technical College. The combination of above-average earnings and manageable debt makes this a practical choice for students seeking quick entry into healthcare's business side.