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

For health administration training in Texas, this South San Antonio program delivers exactly what you'd expect—steady if unspectacular returns that outpace most in-state competitors. Graduates earn $27,690 in their first year, climbing to $32,195 by year four, placing this program in the 60th percentile among Texas schools in this field. That beats the state median of $25,639, though it trails the top Texas programs by several thousand dollars annually.

The financial package makes sense for most students. At $9,500 in debt—matching both the state and national median—graduates face manageable monthly payments relative to their starting salaries. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.34 means students borrow roughly one-third of their first-year income, which is reasonable for a healthcare credential program.

This program represents a solid, middle-of-the-pack choice for students seeking quick entry into healthcare administration. The 16% earnings growth over four years and the fact that 73% of students receive Pell grants suggest it's serving its intended population well—students who need affordable, practical training that leads to stable employment. While not among Texas's top performers, it offers better prospects than most alternatives in the state.