Health and Medical Administrative Services (Associate's Degree) at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$33,639

59th percentile

40th percentile in Wisconsin

Median Debt

$21,512

6% below national median

Analysis

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College's medical administrative services program produces graduates earning about $33,600 in their first year—slightly above the national median but trailing the Wisconsin state median by roughly $500. More importantly, the program ranks in just the 40th percentile among Wisconsin's 21 schools offering this credential, with several in-state alternatives like Western Technical College ($41,500) and Fox Valley Technical College ($38,900) delivering significantly stronger outcomes. Given that many students attend technical colleges close to home for convenience and cost, it's worth noting that peer institutions in Wisconsin appear to generate better returns.

The debt load of $21,512 is reasonable, coming in below both state and national medians, which helps offset the middling earnings. The 0.64 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates would dedicate about 64% of their first-year salary to completely pay off loans—manageable for an associate's degree but not exceptional. However, the small sample size here (under 30 graduates) means these figures could shift considerably with a larger cohort.

If your child is set on medical administration in southwestern Wisconsin, this program won't saddle them with excessive debt. But if they're willing to consider other technical colleges in the state, the data suggests they could achieve 15-25% higher earnings with similar or lower debt burdens. Location matters in technical education, but so does outcome quality—and this program sits squarely in the middle of Wisconsin's pack.

Where Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Southwest Wisconsin Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin

Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (21 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Southwest Wisconsin Technical CollegeFennimore	$4,796	$33,639	—	$21,512	0.64
Western Technical CollegeLa Crosse	$4,716	$41,510	$36,233	$22,500	0.54
Rasmussen University-WisconsinGreen Bay	$11,982	$39,372	$37,442	$26,000	0.66
Fox Valley Technical CollegeAppleton	$4,916	$38,881	$38,869	—	—
Moraine Park Technical CollegeFond du Lac	$4,713	$36,384	$39,804	$14,680	0.40
Northeast Wisconsin Technical CollegeGreen Bay	$4,904	$34,763	$37,880	$22,650	0.65
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 Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, approximately 20% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 22 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.