Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Median Earnings (1yr)

$49,866

72nd percentile

Median Debt

$15,000

52% below national median

Analysis

University of Washington-Seattle's health administration program manages to combine two things parents rarely find together: significantly below-average debt and above-average earnings. At $15,000 in loans—half the national median for this field—graduates start with a financial cushion that lets them actually build wealth rather than just service debt. First-year earnings of $49,866 land in the 72nd percentile nationally, meaning this program outperforms nearly three-quarters of similar programs across the country.

The earnings trajectory strengthens the value case. That 27% jump to $63,245 by year four suggests graduates are gaining marketable skills that healthcare employers reward. While the program ranks 60th percentile within Washington state—behind Bellevue College's standout $71,572 median but well ahead of Eastern Washington—the debt advantage matters more than the earnings gap. A UW graduate carries $15,000 in debt versus the state median of $16,293, while Bellevue's debt picture isn't available for comparison.

The 0.30 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe just 30 cents for every dollar they earn in year one, well below the 1:1 threshold that signals financial stress. For a parent evaluating healthcare administration programs, UW-Seattle offers a rare combination: a respected flagship university degree that doesn't saddle your child with burdensome debt while positioning them solidly above the national median for career earnings.

Where University of Washington-Seattle Campus Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
University of Washington-Seattle Campus	$49,866	$63,245	+27%
Georgetown University	$74,354	$108,898	+46%
National Louis University	$46,203	$75,998	+64%
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	$71,692	$75,646	+6%
Eastern Washington University	$48,114	$50,149	+4%

Compare to Similar Programs in Washington

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (5 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
University of Washington-Seattle CampusSeattle	$12,643	$49,866	$63,245	$15,000	0.30
Bellevue CollegeBellevue	$4,305	$71,572	—	$17,586	0.25
Eastern Washington UniversityCheney	$8,353	$48,114	$50,149	—	—
National Median	—	$44,345	—	$30,998	0.70

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 Washington-Seattle Campus, approximately 15% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 51 graduates with reported earnings and 43 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.