Health and Medical Administrative Services at St Cloud Technical and Community College

Similar health administration programs across Minnesota suggest first-year earnings around $39,870, though an unusual dip to $35,843 by year four raises questions about career progression in this field. At an estimated $27,750 in debt—roughly in line with other Minnesota community colleges—you're looking at a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.70, which sits in manageable territory but isn't particularly impressive given the two-year credential.

The four-year earnings decline is the puzzle here. Nationally, health administrative roles typically show steady growth as graduates gain experience and certifications. Whether this reflects local market conditions in central Minnesota, graduates shifting to part-time roles, or statistical noise in a small sample is unclear. What's certain is that comparable programs at Anoka Tech and Rochester Community are producing graduates who earn $4,000-5,000 more right out of the gate, suggesting real program-to-program variation in this state.

For families weighing this investment, the lack of program-specific data means you're making decisions in fog. The debt level won't be crushing, but the backward earnings trajectory and the gap with Minnesota's stronger programs suggest looking hard at those alternatives unless St. Cloud's location or schedule makes it uniquely accessible. This field offers steady employment, but the execution matters—and without actual outcomes from this campus, you're betting on an estimate that doesn't inspire confidence.