Health and Medical Administrative Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at UEI College-Chula Vista

Median Earnings (1yr)

$25,699

33rd percentile

40th percentile in California

Median Debt

$9,500

8% below national median

Analysis

While UEI College-Chula Vista's Health and Medical Administrative Services program keeps debt manageable at $9,500, the earnings potential falls short of both national and state expectations. First-year graduates earn $25,699—about $2,000 less than the national median and $1,100 below California's average. More concerning, this program ranks in just the 40th percentile among California's 155 similar programs, meaning 60% of competing options deliver better outcomes.

The debt picture offers some relief with a reasonable 0.37 debt-to-earnings ratio, and graduates do see steady income growth of 14% by year four. However, even after this growth, earnings of $29,260 remain well below what top California programs achieve—Santa Barbara City College graduates earn $47,046, nearly $18,000 more annually. Given that 68% of students receive Pell grants, suggesting many come from lower-income families, these modest earnings may not provide the economic mobility families are seeking.

For parents weighing this investment, the numbers suggest looking elsewhere in California's crowded field of medical administrative programs. While the debt load won't be crushing, the below-average earnings performance in a state with high living costs makes this a weaker choice compared to readily available alternatives that deliver substantially better financial outcomes.

Where UEI College-Chula Vista Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How UEI College-Chula Vista graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
UEI College-Chula Vista	$25,699	$29,260	+14%
Carrington College-San Jose	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-Sacramento	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-San Leandro Campus	$30,476	$35,863	+18%
Carrington College-Stockton	$30,476	$35,863	+18%

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (155 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
UEI College-Chula VistaChula Vista	—	$25,699	$29,260	$9,500	0.37
Santa Barbara City CollegeSanta Barbara	$1,234	$47,046	—	$18,728	0.40
North-West College-Van NuysVan Nuys	—	$40,938	$26,924	$9,500	0.23
Unitek CollegeFremont	—	$34,441	—	$9,500	0.28
American Career College-Los AngelesLos Angeles	—	$32,682	$32,524	$9,500	0.29
American Career College-AnaheimAnaheim	—	$32,682	$32,524	$9,500	0.29
National Median	—	$27,783	—	$10,372	0.37

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 UEI College-Chula Vista, approximately 68% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 477 graduates with reported earnings and 555 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.