Health and Medical Administrative Services at Ursuline College

Healthcare administration programs in Ohio show striking variation—graduates from top programs earn $50,000-$57,000 in their first year, while others cluster closer to $42,000. Based on comparable programs across Ohio, Ursuline's bachelor's degree appears to fall in the middle range at an estimated $42,663, which matches the state median but trails flagship universities by roughly $12,000 annually. That gap matters when you're carrying nearly $40,000 in debt.

The estimated debt load of $38,558 exceeds both the state median ($25,750) and national median ($30,998) for this credential, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.90. While healthcare administration offers stable employment prospects, nearly a full year's salary in debt means your child will likely face monthly payments around $430 for ten years—significant when starting at entry-level administrative wages. The field does reward experience, but the combination of mid-range earnings potential and above-average borrowing puts pressure on career advancement to happen quickly.

If your child is committed to this field and Ursuline specifically, understand that the financial starting point looks more challenging than at state universities where both earnings run higher and debt runs lower. The 84% admission rate and moderate academic profile suggest accessibility, but that shouldn't overshadow the fundamental economics: Ohio offers this same degree at better debt-to-earnings ratios elsewhere.