Health and Medical Administrative Services at State Fair Community College

State Fair Community College's Health and Medical Administrative Services program shows strong initial placement—graduates earn $36,652 in their first year, outperforming both the national median ($31,719) and most Missouri competitors. The $18,927 in debt is also notably lower than typical programs in this field, giving graduates breathing room that many peers don't have. Among Missouri's 22 programs, this ranks solidly in the middle for earnings despite the lower debt burden.

The significant concern here is what happens after that first year: earnings drop 17% by year four, falling to $30,249. This pattern could reflect graduates taking entry-level administrative positions that don't offer much advancement, or it might signal limited career pathways in the Sedalia region. With only a handful of graduates in this dataset, we can't be certain whether this trajectory is typical or just reflects a few individual circumstances.

For a lower-cost credential, the initial debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.52 means graduates can realistically manage repayment. But if you're counting on earnings to grow significantly over time—say, to support a family or save for a home—this program's track record suggests that may not happen automatically. The smart move would be understanding what entry-level roles these graduates are taking and whether the credential provides a pathway to higher-earning specializations like medical coding or healthcare IT administration.