Health and Medical Administrative Services at Vanderbilt University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Vanderbilt University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Vanderbilt University graduates earn $127k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all health and medical administrative services masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Health and Medical Administrative Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | $127,244 | $166,391 | — | — |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | $68,365 | — | — | — |
| University of Memphis | $59,100 | — | — | — |
| Strayer University-Tennessee | $46,948 | $48,777 | — | — |
| Austin Peay State University | $45,170 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $68,718 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis | — | $68,365 | — |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $10,344 | $59,100 | — |
| Strayer University-Tennessee Memphis | $13,920 | $46,948 | — |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $8,675 | $45,170 | — |
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 Vanderbilt University, approximately 19% 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.