Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Siena Heights University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$41,428

Est. from MI median (9 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$39,444

Est. from MI median (3 programs)

Analysis

Michigan's healthcare administration landscape shows considerable variation, with earnings for bachelor's graduates spanning from the low $40Ks to over $50K at Davenport University. Peer programs at similar Michigan institutions suggest Siena Heights graduates might earn around $41,400 in their first year—landing at the state median but roughly $3,000 below the national benchmark. That's functional income for healthcare administration work, though it reflects the middle of the pack rather than standout positioning.

The estimated debt load of roughly $39,400 creates a nearly dollar-for-dollar match with first-year earnings. This debt-to-earnings ratio sits noticeably higher than what comparable programs typically produce (Michigan's median debt for this field is closer to $30,000), which matters when you're budgeting loan payments on an entry-level salary. Monthly payments on that debt could consume a meaningful portion of take-home pay during those critical early career years when young professionals are establishing financial independence.

The core question is whether Siena Heights offers something—mentorship, local employer connections, or specialized training—that justifies carrying about $9,000 more debt than peer programs in Michigan typically generate. Without that differentiator, families might examine whether programs at Ferris State or Central Michigan deliver similar career outcomes with substantially lighter debt loads. This matters less if your child has significant scholarship support lined up, but at sticker price, the numbers warrant serious comparison shopping.

Where Siena Heights University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (20 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Siena Heights UniversityAdrian	$29,778	$41,428*	—	$39,444*	—
Davenport UniversityGrand Rapids	$23,324	$52,603*	$47,057	$50,407*	0.96
Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids	$13,630	$44,371*	$51,123	$30,995*	0.70
Central Michigan UniversityMount Pleasant	$14,190	$44,167*	$59,162	$27,000*	0.61
Eastern Michigan UniversityYpsilanti	$15,510	$43,507*	$47,243	$31,000*	0.71
University of Michigan-FlintFlint	$14,014	$41,428*	$44,638	$33,125*	0.80
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 Siena Heights University, approximately 31% 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 MI. Actual outcomes may vary.