Health and Medical Administrative Services at West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown

With a small graduating class, the numbers here require careful interpretation, but they tell a story of relatively low debt paired with below-average earnings. West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown graduates earn $27,387 their first year—landing near the national median but actually outperforming 60% of similar programs within West Virginia. The $8,635 in debt is concerningly high relative to other schools (95th percentile nationally), though the 0.32 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests graduates can manage payments with about four months of income.

The real question is whether $27,387 provides enough financial breathing room, particularly for the 68% of students here who qualify for Pell grants and likely have minimal family financial cushion. This program costs slightly more than competitors like Ross College-Morgantown, which produces similar earnings, and substantially more than programs at Valley College or Martinsburg College—though those schools show significantly lower graduate earnings. Among the handful of similar programs in West Virginia, this one lands in the middle tier for outcomes.

For families prioritizing immediate employment in healthcare administration, this certificate provides a relatively quick path with manageable debt. Just understand that first-year earnings will likely require careful budgeting, and the small cohort size means these figures could shift significantly year to year. If minimizing debt is the top priority, compare closely with Ross College's program before deciding.