Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Tusculum University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$39,451

Est. from TN median (5 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$34,675

Est. from TN median (3 programs)

Analysis

Tusculum's health administration bachelor's program carries an estimated debt load of nearly $35,000—higher than both the national median for this field and what top Tennessee programs like Baptist Health Sciences typically see. Based on comparable programs across the state, first-year earnings hover around $39,000, which puts the debt-to-earnings ratio at 0.88. That's manageable on paper, but the gap between what similar Tennessee programs produce ($39,451) and what the best programs achieve ($50,606 at King University) should concern parents evaluating return on investment.

The national picture reinforces this concern. Health administration programs nationwide typically generate median earnings of $44,345 in the first year—nearly $5,000 above what Tennessee programs suggest. For a field where credentials matter but earning potential varies significantly by employer type and role, starting behind the national curve while carrying above-average debt creates a tighter financial margin. With 45% of Tusculum students receiving Pell grants, this debt burden matters even more for families with limited financial cushion.

The clearest takeaway: if your child is drawn to healthcare administration, compare actual outcomes from Tennessee programs where data exists. King and Trevecca show it's possible to launch at $46,000-plus in this state. Without confirmed data from Tusculum itself, you're betting that their outcomes match the state median rather than the lower-performing programs—a risk worth quantifying before committing to over $30,000 in debt.

Where Tusculum University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (13 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Tusculum UniversityGreeneville	$28,500	$39,451*	—	$34,675*	—
King UniversityBristol	$34,800	$50,606*	—	$34,675*	0.69
Trevecca Nazarene UniversityNashville	$29,790	$46,784*	—	$27,000*	0.58
Baptist Health Sciences UniversityMemphis	$13,846	$39,451*	$47,154	$46,500*	1.18
Tennessee State UniversityNashville	$8,568	$38,134*	$50,307	$27,000*	0.71
Miller-Motte College-ChattanoogaChattanooga	—	$34,888*	$31,789	$57,500*	1.65
National Median	—	$44,345*	—	$30,998*	0.70

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Tusculum University, approximately 45% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in TN. Actual outcomes may vary.