Health and Medical Administrative Services at Springfield Technical Community College

Springfield Technical Community College's health administration program punches well above its weight nationally—graduates earn nearly $9,000 more in their first year than the typical program, placing it in the 95th percentile nationwide. The minimal debt burden of $6,946 (less than a third of the national average) creates an exceptional entry point into healthcare administration. Nearly half the students receive Pell grants, making this accessible training that actually delivers.

The complication arrives in year four, when median earnings drop to $32,465. This 19% decline likely reflects a mix of factors: some graduates may pursue further education, others might take time out of the workforce, or the timing could capture career transitions. Among Massachusetts programs, this sits at the median—solid but not elite like Fisher College's $51,000 outcomes. Still, that comparison matters less when you're carrying $6,946 in debt versus potentially much more elsewhere.

For families weighing community college options, this represents smart economics. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.17 means graduates could theoretically pay off loans in about two months of work. Even with the earnings dip by year four, you're looking at manageable debt and immediate employability in a stable healthcare sector. If your student plans to work while potentially pursuing a bachelor's degree later, this creates flexibility without financial burden.