Health and Medical Administrative Services at South University-Richmond

South University-Richmond graduates leave with $55,123 in debt—nearly double the national average for this field—while earning about $40,000 annually. That's among the worst debt burdens in the country for healthcare administration programs, ranking in the 5th percentile nationally. To put this in perspective: the typical healthcare admin graduate nationwide carries $31,000 in debt, while graduates here face almost $25,000 more. The practical implication? At these earning levels, managing that debt load will consume a significant portion of take-home pay for years.

The earnings themselves tell a troubling story. Graduates start below both the Virginia median ($43,316) and national average ($44,345) for this degree, and they see virtually no growth over four years—just a $438 increase. Meanwhile, other Virginia programs demonstrate what's possible in this field: Radford graduates earn $55,861, and even Liberty's program delivers $43,578. South University-Richmond ranks 40th percentile among Virginia programs, meaning six in ten alternatives in-state produce better outcomes.

For families considering this program, the math is stark: you're looking at above-average debt paired with below-average earnings that don't improve with experience. Unless your child has compelling reasons specific to this campus—like geographic constraints or unique program features—Virginia offers multiple healthcare administration programs with better financial outcomes. The 41% Pell grant rate suggests many families here are already financially stretched, making the debt burden particularly concerning.