Median Earnings (1yr)
$25,699
33rd percentile
40th percentile in Arizona
Median Debt
$9,500
8% below national median

Analysis

UEI College-Mesa's health administrative services certificate produces earnings that trail both state and national benchmarks, with graduates earning $25,699 initially compared to Arizona's median of $29,738 for this program. While the debt load is reasonable at $9,500β€”creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37β€”the program ranks in just the 40th percentile among Arizona's 32 similar programs and 33rd percentile nationally.

The numbers become more concerning when compared to Arizona's top performers. Phoenix College and GateWay Community College graduates earn $33,000-$34,000 annually, representing a $8,000-$9,000 premium over UEI's outcomes. Even accounting for the 14% earnings growth to $29,260 by year four, UEI graduates still lag behind what their peers achieve immediately after graduation elsewhere.

For families considering this investment, the relatively low debt is the program's strongest selling point, but the earnings gap is substantial enough to matter. With 73% of students receiving Pell grants, this serves a population that needs every dollar to count. While the certificate provides entry into healthcare administration, parents should seriously consider whether nearby community colleges might deliver better value for the same career path.

Where UEI College-Mesa Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How UEI College-Mesa graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
UEI College-Mesa$25,699$29,260+14%
GateWay Community College$33,379$37,575+13%
GateWay Community College-Central City$33,379$37,575+13%
University of Phoenix-Arizona$28,201$33,138+18%
Carrington College-Tucson$29,076$32,761+13%

Compare to Similar Programs in Arizona

Health and Medical Administrative Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Arizona (32 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
UEI College-MesaMesaβ€”$25,699$29,260$9,5000.37
Phoenix CollegePhoenix$2,358$34,608$32,282β€”β€”
GateWay Community College-Central CityPhoenixβ€”$33,379$37,575$14,0880.42
GateWay Community CollegePhoenix$2,358$33,379$37,575$14,0880.42
Brookline College-TucsonTucsonβ€”$32,951$30,110$11,6500.35
Brookline College-PhoenixPhoenixβ€”$32,951$30,110$11,6500.35
National Medianβ€”$27,783β€”$10,3720.37

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-Mesa, approximately 73% 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.