Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences at University of Guam

The University of Guam's health sciences bachelor's program operates in a unique market where comparable data simply doesn't exist—it's the only program of its kind in the territory. Based on national peer programs, graduates typically start around $35,000, which is exactly the national median for this field. The estimated debt load of roughly $25,000 translates to a manageable 0.70 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates would owe about 8-9 months of their first year's salary.

What complicates this picture is Guam's distinct economy and healthcare landscape. Similar programs on the mainland produce these baseline earnings, but Guam's cost of living, healthcare job market, and limited employer base could push outcomes significantly higher or lower. The territory's geography also means fewer local alternatives—students choosing health sciences at UGuam are essentially betting on one program without the competitive pressure that keeps mainland programs honest about outcomes.

For families investing in this degree, the national benchmarks suggest reasonable financial fundamentals, but the lack of actual reported data means you're operating with more uncertainty than you'd face at most mainland schools. If your student plans to stay in Guam's healthcare sector, talk directly with program alumni and local employers about realistic starting salaries. If they're eyeing mainland opportunities post-graduation, the national figures become more relevant as a baseline.