Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton

Students at St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton carry significantly more debt than peers across Missouri while earning less. The $28,365 median debt load is 58% higher than the state median of $17,932, yet graduates earn $31,461—about $5,000 below what Missouri grads typically make in this field. At the 40th percentile statewide, this program underperforms more than half of Missouri's allied health programs, including several community colleges where students graduate with substantially less debt.

The debt burden here demands close attention. Nearly every dollar earned in the first year goes toward servicing the loan (0.90 ratio), which is manageable but tight for an entry-level medical assistant salary. While earnings do grow 6% over four years, that modest increase—less than $2,000—doesn't dramatically improve the financial picture. Compare this to State Technical College of Missouri, where graduates earn $41,050, or even Jefferson College at $37,137, both likely with lower debt loads given typical community college costs.

For families considering this program, the math is straightforward: you're paying premium prices for below-average outcomes in Missouri's allied health market. If your student is committed to this career path, exploring the state's community college options would likely deliver better value—similar training, comparable credentials, but with significantly less financial burden to start a career.