Health and Medical Administrative Services (Post-baccalaureate Certificate) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Median Earnings (1yr)

$83,958

95th percentile

Median Debt

$21,500

At national median

Analysis

Pittsburgh's post-bac certificate in healthcare administration carries an outstanding debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.26—meaning graduates can theoretically pay off the median $21,500 in debt with just three months of earnings. While the program ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for earnings, the Pennsylvania comparison is tricky: only two schools in the state offer this credential, making the 60th percentile ranking less meaningful. Still, first-year earnings of nearly $84,000 significantly outpace the national median for this certificate.

The real caution here is sample size. With fewer than 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift dramatically year to year. A few high earners or students who already had healthcare management experience could be skewing the results upward. The debt figure also matches the national median exactly, which suggests it may be an estimate rather than program-specific data.

For students already holding a bachelor's degree and looking to pivot into healthcare administration quickly, this appears efficient—especially given the relatively modest debt load. However, parents should verify that recent outcomes align with these figures and understand whether their student's background (prior healthcare experience, undergraduate major) matches the typical profile of successful graduates.

Where University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services postbacc-cert's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Health and Medical Administrative Services postbacc-cert's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh CampusPittsburgh	$21,524	$83,958	—	$21,500	0.26
Johns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore	$63,340	$73,966	$82,857	—	—
National Median	—	$78,962	—	$21,500	0.27

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 Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, approximately 14% 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.