Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at University of Detroit Mercy

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$41,428

Est. from MI median (9 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$39,444

Est. from MI median (3 programs)

Analysis

Healthcare administration typically offers stable employment, but the estimated $39,444 in debt here—about $9,000 above what similar Michigan programs report—creates a tighter financial squeeze than you'd want for a field where first-year earnings hover around $41,000. That near-parity between debt and annual income means your graduate would likely be making monthly payments equivalent to a car loan while earning a modest starting salary.

The earnings estimate itself, drawn from comparable Michigan programs, lands right at the state median but trails stronger programs like Davenport ($52,603) by more than $11,000 annually. While healthcare administration careers can advance over time, that first-year gap matters when you're servicing significant debt. The field's national median of $44,345 suggests outcomes can vary substantially by program quality and geographic placement.

The concerning element is paying above-median debt for median-tier earning potential. Before committing, you'd want to understand why this program's estimated debt runs higher than peer schools—is it tuition structure, lower aid packages, or longer time-to-completion? Get specific graduate outcomes data directly from the university's career services office, particularly job placement rates in healthcare systems versus lower-paying medical office positions. The numbers suggest caution unless the school can demonstrate concrete advantages that justify the additional borrowing.

Where University of Detroit Mercy Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (20 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
University of Detroit MercyDetroit	$32,300	$41,428*	—	$39,444*	—
Davenport UniversityGrand Rapids	$23,324	$52,603*	$47,057	$50,407*	0.96
Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids	$13,630	$44,371*	$51,123	$30,995*	0.70
Central Michigan UniversityMount Pleasant	$14,190	$44,167*	$59,162	$27,000*	0.61
Eastern Michigan UniversityYpsilanti	$15,510	$43,507*	$47,243	$31,000*	0.71
University of Michigan-FlintFlint	$14,014	$41,428*	$44,638	$33,125*	0.80
National Median	—	$44,345*	—	$30,998*	0.70

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with health and medical administrative services graduates

Information Security Analysts

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

$124,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Computer Programmers

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

$98,670/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 University of Detroit Mercy, approximately 25% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in MI. Actual outcomes may vary.