Health and Medical Administrative Services at UEI College-West Covina

This health administrative services certificate from UEI College-West Covina delivers below-average outcomes that should concern cost-conscious families. With first-year earnings of $25,699, graduates earn about $2,000 less than the national median and $1,100 less than California's median for this program. Among California's 155 schools offering this certificate, UEI ranks in just the 40th percentile—meaning 60% of comparable programs produce better-earning graduates.

The debt picture offers some relief at $9,500, which matches California's median and sits slightly below the national average. However, the modest debt advantage doesn't offset the earnings gap. More troubling is the comparison to top performers: Santa Barbara City College graduates earn nearly double ($47,046) what UEI graduates make, while several other California schools produce $30,000+ earners in this same field.

The 14% earnings growth over four years provides hope, but starting from such a low baseline means graduates still trail their peers significantly. With 72% of students receiving Pell grants, this program primarily serves lower-income families who need every dollar to count. For the investment, families should expect their graduate to earn less than most peers in California's health administrative job market, though the relatively low debt keeps the financial risk manageable.