Health and Medical Administrative Services at UEI College-Mesa

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 $9,500—creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37—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.