Health and Medical Administrative Services at Stephens College

Stephens College graduates this program with notably higher debt than their Missouri peers—$48,781 versus a state median of $31,318—while earning less than most in-state alternatives. At $48,584 in first-year earnings, graduates fall short of Missouri's median of $50,509 and trail behind programs at Columbia College, Missouri Baptist, and several others. The national picture looks better (67th percentile), but that comparison misses the crucial in-state reality: Missouri families have access to multiple programs that deliver stronger outcomes.

The 1:1 debt-to-earnings ratio isn't alarming by itself, but it becomes more significant when you can get similar or better earnings with $15,000-17,000 less debt at nearby schools. That difference translates to lower monthly payments and faster financial independence after graduation. With a small sample size here—fewer than 30 graduates—these numbers could shift, but the debt burden is consistently documented across cohorts.

For Missouri families weighing options, this program's accessibility (92% admission rate, 42% Pell recipients) serves students who need it, but the financial comparison to Columbia College or even Park University suggests looking closely at alternatives first. If Stephens offers unique flexibility or support that matters for your situation, factor that in—but from a pure return-on-investment standpoint, other Missouri programs appear to offer better value in this field.