Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

UConn Waterbury's Allied Health program shows an unusual earnings trajectory that sets it apart from typical healthcare degrees. First-year graduates earn $32,919—exactly the national median—but by year four, incomes jump to $69,053, representing one of the strongest growth rates we see in any healthcare program. This 110% increase suggests graduates are either advancing rapidly within their organizations or transitioning into specialized roles that command significantly higher pay.

The $22,500 debt load is manageable, translating to a 0.68 debt-to-earnings ratio against that modest starting salary. While the initial year might feel tight financially, the four-year outlook transforms the investment picture entirely. Among Connecticut's five programs in this field, this ranks in the 60th percentile—slightly above the state median—though all UConn campuses report identical figures, likely reflecting shared curriculum and similar career pathways across the system.

The key question for families is whether their student can weather that first year of lower earnings and position themselves for advancement. This program appears to prepare graduates for growth rather than immediate high pay, which works best for students who can live affordably early in their careers or have family support during that initial period. If your child is motivated to advance in healthcare and can manage the short-term earnings constraint, the four-year trajectory suggests strong return on investment.