Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at Stautzenberger College-Maumee

With three-quarters of students receiving Pell grants, Stautzenberger College-Maumee serves a heavily low-income population, but the program's outcomes raise questions about value. First-year earnings of $44,021 trail both the Ohio median ($46,335) and national average ($48,026) for medical lab science programs, placing graduates at the 40th percentile statewide. More concerning, the nearly $30,000 in debt significantly exceeds both state and national norms—Ohio programs typically carry $23,194 in debt, while the national median sits at $24,994.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68 means graduates owe about eight months of their first-year salary, which isn't catastrophic but becomes problematic when you consider nearby alternatives. Cincinnati State's medical lab program produces graduates earning $59,337—35% more than Stautzenberger—while Lakeland Community College graduates earn $53,080. Even accounting for potential geographic differences, the gap is substantial. Given the small sample size here, these outcomes could fluctuate year to year, but the pattern suggests families should carefully compare this program against Ohio's community college options, where students typically graduate with less debt and stronger earning potential in the same field.