Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at University of Rio Grande

Similar Allied Health programs across Ohio typically produce around $35,000 in first-year earnings—a figure that aligns closely with the national median for this field. For University of Rio Grande's program, estimates suggest around $24,200 in debt, which is moderately higher than the national median but within range of what other Ohio associate degree programs accumulate. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68 means graduates would carry debt equal to about eight months of their first year's income, which is manageable compared to many healthcare programs.

The challenge here is that some of Ohio's stronger performers—particularly Cincinnati State and several Kent State campuses—report actual earnings above $40,000 for their graduates in this field. That's roughly $5,000 more annually than what comparable programs in the state typically produce. With limited data specific to Rio Grande's outcomes, it's harder to know whether their graduates match the state average or exceed it.

For a family weighing this investment, the estimated numbers suggest a workable debt burden for a field with steady demand. However, the presence of programs with documented higher earnings in the same state means exploring what makes those alternatives successful—whether it's clinical partnerships, location advantages, or curriculum differences—could be worthwhile before committing.