Health and Medical Administrative Services at UEI College-Mesa
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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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 $9,500βcreating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37βthe 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
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| β | $25,699 | $29,260 | $9,500 | 0.37 | |
| $2,358 | $34,608 | $32,282 | β | β | |
| β | $33,379 | $37,575 | $14,088 | 0.42 | |
| $2,358 | $33,379 | $37,575 | $14,088 | 0.42 | |
| β | $32,951 | $30,110 | $11,650 | 0.35 | |
| β | $32,951 | $30,110 | $11,650 | 0.35 | |
| National Median | β | $27,783 | β | $10,372 | 0.37 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates
Information Security Analysts
Medical and Health Services Managers
Administrative Services Managers
Facilities Managers
Security Managers
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Computer Programmers
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Compliance Officers
Environmental Compliance Inspectors
Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators
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.