Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at The College of Health Care Professions-South San Antonio

This allied health program at College of Health Care Professions delivers solid in-state value despite modest national performance. While graduates earn slightly below the national median ($26,556 vs. $27,186), they significantly outperform the Texas average of $24,563, ranking in the 60th percentile statewide. The $9,500 debt load is exactly at national and state medians, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.36—meaning graduates can theoretically pay off their loans with about 4.3 months of gross earnings.

The earnings trajectory shows steady but limited growth, reaching $28,493 by year four (7% increase). While this falls well short of top Texas performers like Houston Community College ($35,469), it represents reasonable career entry credentials for students from lower-income backgrounds—73% receive Pell grants. The key limitation is the relatively low earning ceiling compared to other medical assisting programs in the state.

For families prioritizing affordable healthcare career entry with reasonable debt, this program offers a practical pathway. However, if your child can access higher-performing programs like Houston Community College or Lone Star College System, those would provide significantly better long-term earning potential for similar debt levels. The program works best for students who need local access and can't relocate for better options.