Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Springfield Technical Community College

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.