Health and Medical Administrative Services at University of Mount Olive

University of Mount Olive graduates earn significantly above the North Carolina median for healthcare administration programs—ranking in the 60th percentile statewide at $43,807 first-year out. That's roughly $5,400 more than the typical NC graduate in this field, though still trailing UNC-Chapel Hill's nearly $50,000. The program serves a largely working-class student body (47% Pell recipients) and manages to deliver competitive outcomes despite modest admission selectivity.

The debt load of $40,670 creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.93, meaning graduates owe less than one year's salary. While this debt figure runs higher than North Carolina's median ($26,000), it's actually below the national average for health administration programs. Earnings grow modestly but steadily to $45,947 by year four, providing some cushion as graduates advance in their careers.

For families seeking an accessible entry point into healthcare administration within North Carolina, this program delivers solid value. Graduates earn more than peers at larger state schools like East Carolina and Appalachian State, while the debt burden remains within reasonable bounds. The combination of above-median state earnings and manageable debt makes this a practical choice for students planning to work in North Carolina's healthcare sector, particularly given the lower barriers to entry.