Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Somerset Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$26,674

41st percentile

60th percentile in Kentucky

Median Debt

$25,693

148% above national median

Analysis

Somerset Community College's health administrative certificate produces graduates earning $26,674 in their first year—just below Kentucky's median for this credential but paired with debt levels more than 70% higher than what's typical in the state. While the program ranks in the 60th percentile for earnings among Kentucky schools offering this certificate, the $25,693 debt burden stands out as unusually high for a community college credential, landing in just the 5th percentile nationally (meaning 95% of similar programs saddle students with less debt).

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.96 means graduates face nearly a full year's salary in student loans, which is particularly concerning for an entry-level administrative position in healthcare. Compare this to Jefferson Community and Technical College, where similar graduates earn $36,000+ and typically carry around $14,850 in debt—a significantly better financial proposition. Given that 43% of Somerset students receive Pell grants, this debt load creates real hardship for working families seeking an affordable pathway into healthcare careers.

For parents considering this program, the core issue is straightforward: Somerset's certificate costs substantially more than it should for what it delivers. If your child can access Jefferson Community and Technical College or even stay closer to state-typical debt levels, they'll enter the workforce with far more financial breathing room in a field where starting salaries are modest regardless of where you train.

Where Somerset Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Somerset Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky

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

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Somerset Community CollegeSomerset	$4,656	$26,674	—	$25,693	0.96
Sullivan UniversityLouisville	$14,220	$38,362	$38,121	$21,031	0.55
Jefferson Community and Technical CollegeLouisville	$4,706	$36,397	—	$16,706	0.46
MedQuest CollegeLouisville	—	$35,910	—	$9,353	0.26
American National University-PikevillePikeville	$11,484	$29,859	$26,616	$17,264	0.58
ATA CollegeLouisville	$13,930	$29,507	$25,497	$20,145	0.68
National Median	—	$27,783	—	$10,372	0.37

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 Somerset Community College, approximately 43% 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 41 graduates with reported earnings and 51 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.