Health and Medical Administrative Services (Bachelor's Degree) at West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Median Earnings (1yr)

$39,229

22nd percentile

60th percentile in West Virginia

Median Debt

$30,000

3% below national median

Analysis

West Virginia University Institute of Technology's health administration program falls below national benchmarks but holds its own within West Virginia's limited healthcare management landscape. First-year earnings of $39,229 trail the national median by about $5,000, placing graduates in just the 22nd percentile nationally. However, within West Virginia—where this program is offered at only eight schools—it ties for the top spot alongside the main WVU campus, landing at the 60th percentile statewide.

The $30,000 debt load creates a manageable 0.76 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates owe roughly nine months of their first-year salary. This isn't great compared to many healthcare fields, but it's workable for administrative roles that typically offer steady employment. The concern is more about earnings potential: $39,000 doesn't leave much financial cushion in your first year out of college, even in West Virginia's lower cost-of-living environment.

Keep in mind this analysis relies on fewer than 30 graduates, so one or two outliers could significantly skew these figures. If your child is committed to staying in West Virginia and wants to work in healthcare administration, this program performs as well as any in-state option. But if geographic flexibility exists, they should explore programs in other states where healthcare administrative salaries start closer to $45,000-$50,000.

Where West Virginia University Institute of Technology Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How West Virginia University Institute of Technology graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia

Health and Medical Administrative Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (8 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
West Virginia University Institute of TechnologyBeckley	$8,064	$39,229	—	$30,000	0.76
West Virginia UniversityMorgantown	$9,648	$39,229	—	$30,000	0.76
Fairmont State UniversityFairmont	$8,454	$35,741	—	—	—
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 West Virginia University Institute of Technology, approximately 24% 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.