Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at South University-Savannah Online

Median Earnings (1yr)

$29,071

34th percentile

40th percentile in Georgia

Median Debt

$34,666

51% above national median

Analysis

South University-Savannah Online's health administration program carries significantly more debt than most alternatives while delivering below-average earnings. At $34,666, students here borrow 51% more than the national median for this degree, yet earn $2,500 less than the national average in their first year. Even within Georgia—where this program ranks at just the 40th percentile—students at technical colleges like Ogeechee Tech or West Georgia Tech earn $5,000-$8,000 more annually with comparable or lower debt loads.

The debt burden is particularly concerning given that three-quarters of students here receive Pell grants, indicating they're already financially vulnerable. A debt-to-earnings ratio of 1.19 means graduates start with debt exceeding their annual income, making repayment challenging even with the modest 11% earnings growth over four years. While the $32,285 fourth-year earnings eventually improve, they still lag behind what graduates from Georgia's technical colleges earn right out of the gate.

If your child is set on healthcare administration in Georgia, the data strongly suggests looking at public technical colleges first. They offer the same credential with dramatically better financial outcomes—higher starting salaries and manageable debt. This program's combination of premium pricing and below-average results makes it difficult to justify when better options are readily available in-state.

Where South University-Savannah Online Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How South University-Savannah Online 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
South University-Savannah Online	$29,071	$32,285	+11%
DeVry University-Georgia	$37,750	$37,077	-2%
Gwinnett Technical College	$30,281	$36,083	+19%
West Georgia Technical College	$32,164	$32,303	+0%
South University-Savannah	$29,071	$32,285	+11%

Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (34 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
South University-Savannah OnlineSavannah	$16,546	$29,071	$32,285	$34,666	1.19
DeVry University-GeorgiaDecatur	$17,488	$37,750	$37,077	$37,717	1.00
Ogeechee Technical CollegeStatesboro	$3,170	$37,487	—	$12,505	0.33
West Georgia Technical CollegeWaco	$3,122	$32,164	$32,303	—	—
Gwinnett College-Marietta CampusMarietta	—	$31,970	$31,039	$26,222	0.82
Herzing University-AtlantaAtlanta	$13,420	$30,821	$30,692	$35,484	1.15
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 South University-Savannah Online, approximately 76% 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 76 graduates with reported earnings and 126 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.