Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Sullivan University

Sullivan University's Allied Health program operates in a difficult space—with earnings around $33,000 and debt approaching $30,000, graduates face an almost 1:1 debt-to-earnings ratio that's tighter than most families want to see. The roughly $820 monthly payment on that debt level would consume about 30% of take-home pay. What makes this harder to assess: we're looking at fewer than 30 graduates, so one or two outliers could significantly skew these numbers.

The Kentucky context offers a silver lining. While this program sits below the national median by about $3,500, it actually ranks in the 60th percentile statewide—meaning it outperforms many Kentucky alternatives. That said, several community colleges in the state deliver stronger outcomes: Somerset grads earn $46,000+, and Jefferson Community produces $38,000+ earners, both likely at lower tuition costs. The slight earnings decline from year one to year four ($33,352 to $32,069) suggests limited advancement opportunity in these roles.

For families committed to Sullivan specifically, understand you're paying private-school tuition for outcomes that community colleges often match or exceed. If your student has strong ties to Sullivan's network or needs their particular scheduling flexibility, the premium might make sense. Otherwise, the community college pathway deserves serious consideration—it's the lower-risk route to the same credential.