Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Associate's Degree) at Springfield Technical Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$38,844

59th percentile

40th percentile in Massachusetts

Median Debt

$15,723

21% below national median

Analysis

Springfield Technical's medical assisting program offers a surprisingly practical path for Massachusetts students, though it trails the state's strongest programs. Graduates earn $38,844 in their first year—above the national median but roughly $6,000 below what nearby North Shore and Mount Wachusett community colleges deliver. At the 40th percentile statewide, this places the program in the middle tier among Massachusetts options, which matters given that most students will comparison-shop within state borders.

The financial structure works in students' favor. With debt at $15,723 (matching the state median) and first-year earnings approaching $39,000, graduates face manageable monthly payments. That 0.40 debt-to-earnings ratio means roughly 11% of gross income goes to federal loan payments—tight but workable for most households. Nearly half the student body receives Pell grants, suggesting the program successfully serves students who need affordable pathways into healthcare.

The earnings trajectory stays essentially flat rather than climbing, with four-year earnings at $38,020—a pattern common in medical assisting where early certification determines most of your earning potential. For families weighing this program, the question becomes whether the $6,000 annual gap compared to top Massachusetts programs justifies attending elsewhere. If Springfield offers geographic convenience or stronger support services for your student, the earnings difference might not outweigh those practical advantages.

Where Springfield Technical Community College Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Springfield Technical Community College 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
Springfield Technical Community College	$38,844	$38,020	-2%
Tacoma Community College	$58,382	$64,947	+11%
Concorde Career College-North Hollywood	$50,613	$64,792	+28%
North Shore Community College	$44,926	$49,099	+9%
Mount Wachusett Community College	$44,710	$41,469	-7%

Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (10 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Springfield Technical Community CollegeSpringfield	$5,520	$38,844	$38,020	$15,723	0.40
North Shore Community CollegeDanvers	$5,352	$44,926	$49,099	$27,000	0.60
Mount Wachusett Community CollegeGardner	$6,000	$44,710	$41,469	$14,650	0.33
National Median	—	$36,862	—	$19,825	0.54

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health and medical assisting services graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

$66,050/yrJobs growth:

Surgical Technologists

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

$62,480/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

$60,050/yrJobs growth:

Medical Assistants

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

$44,200/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Pharmacy Technicians

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

$43,460/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Histology Technicians

Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies.

Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

Neurodiagnostic Technologists

Conduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, polysomnograms, or electronystagmograms. May perform nerve conduction studies.

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

All healthcare support workers not listed separately.

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 Springfield Technical Community College, approximately 47% 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.