Health and Medical Administrative Services at University of Cincinnati-Clermont College

The small sample size here demands caution, but the numbers suggest UC-Clermont delivers above-average earnings for health administration certificate holders—$34,507 puts graduates ahead of 95% of similar programs nationally and near the top tier in Ohio. That's roughly $6,000 more than typical Ohio graduates earn from these programs. The debt load of $25,390 is concerning at first glance, running more than double both state and national medians, but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.74 means graduates can theoretically pay this off in under a year if they're aggressive about it.

What's puzzling is the disconnect between the stellar national ranking and the more modest 60th percentile position within Ohio—this suggests health administration certificate earnings in Ohio generally outpace the rest of the country. With just 11% of students receiving Pell grants, this program may serve a different demographic than typical certificate programs, which could partly explain the higher debt tolerance.

The critical unknown here is whether these outcomes hold up with more data. If you're considering this certificate, treat it as a credential that could launch you into administrative work paying mid-$30s, but recognize you're taking on substantial debt for a certificate program. Request job placement specifics from the college before committing—with fewer than 30 graduates tracked, you need more evidence this pattern is reliable.