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

Median Earnings (1yr)

$23,259

17th percentile

40th percentile in California

Median Debt

$9,500

8% below national median

Analysis

UEI College-Fresno's medical administrative certificate generates starting salaries around $23,000—about $4,000 below California's median for this credential and roughly $3,500 short of the national typical outcome. Even four years out, graduates average just $26,000, which ranks this program in the bottom fifth nationally despite being middle-of-the-pack within California. That state ranking is misleading context: California has some of the lowest-performing programs in this field, and "average for California" still means earnings barely above minimum wage for full-time work.

The $9,500 debt load is relatively manageable at 41% of first-year earnings, but the real concern is the earnings ceiling. Top California programs like Santa Barbara City College and North-West College-Van Nuys deliver starting salaries nearly double what UEI graduates see—$40,000 to $47,000 versus $23,000. Given that three-quarters of UEI students receive Pell grants, these families are investing scarce resources in a program that leads to earnings far below what the same credential delivers elsewhere in the state.

For families considering this route: medical administrative work can provide stable employment, but this particular program underdelivers compared to clear alternatives within California's community college system and other career colleges. The debt won't crush you, but the opportunity cost of training for a $23,000 job when comparable programs deliver $40,000+ outcomes is substantial.

Where UEI College-Fresno Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How UEI College-Fresno 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-Fresno	$23,259	$26,088	+12%
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-FresnoFresno	—	$23,259	$26,088	$9,500	0.41
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-Fresno, approximately 74% 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 142 graduates with reported earnings and 173 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.