Health and Medical Administrative Services at Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville

This program delivers concerning financial outcomes that should give parents pause. With median earnings of just $23,883 one year after graduation—falling to $23,676 by year four—graduates earn significantly less than the national median of $27,783 for similar programs. More troubling, this represents the 21st percentile nationally, meaning nearly 80% of comparable programs produce better earnings outcomes.

The debt picture offers some relief with $9,500 in median borrowing, which matches the Texas state average and creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.40. However, the lack of earnings growth over four years is particularly concerning, as most career programs should show upward trajectory. Within Texas, this program performs at the 40th percentile—middle of the pack—but top Texas programs like Galveston College produce graduates earning $34,532, nearly 45% more.

The bottom line: while the debt load is reasonable, the earnings potential is weak both nationally and compared to better Texas alternatives. With 97 programs offering this credential in Texas alone, parents should strongly consider higher-performing options that could deliver significantly better returns on the same educational investment. The stagnant earnings growth suggests limited career advancement potential in this program's network.