Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Widener University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$70,817

95th percentile

Median Debt

$26,739

19% above national median

Analysis

Widener's Allied Health program produces graduates earning more than double the national median for this degree—$70,817 versus $32,919. That places it in the 95th percentile nationally, making it one of the strongest earning outcomes in the country for bachelor's-level allied health programs. The debt load of $26,739 sits well below the national median, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.38—meaning graduates could theoretically pay off their loans in less than five months of gross salary.

The Pennsylvania context requires a reality check, though. With only two schools in the state offering this bachelor's program, the 60th percentile ranking means little. What matters more is that Pennsylvania allied health graduates generally command much higher salaries than the national average, and Widener matches that state median exactly. This suggests strong regional demand for these roles, possibly driven by the Philadelphia healthcare market.

For an accessible institution (84% admission rate) charging tuition that results in moderate debt, the return is exceptional. Graduates enter a field where first-year earnings significantly outpace borrowing costs, and they're competitive in a strong regional healthcare market. The sample size is moderate rather than tiny, lending credibility to these numbers. This represents a genuine career-accelerator program rather than a credential mill—exactly what parents should look for in allied health education.

Where Widener University Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Widener University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services bachelors's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Widener UniversityChester	$53,638	$70,817	—	$26,739	0.38
Pima Medical Institute-TucsonTucson	—	$52,866	$55,349	$31,252	0.59
Ohio State University-Main CampusColumbus	$12,859	$38,691	$59,729	$21,500	0.56
Ohio State University-Lima CampusLima	$9,212	$38,691	$59,729	$21,500	0.56
University of ConnecticutStorrs	$20,366	$32,919	$69,053	$22,500	0.68
University of Connecticut-Waterbury CampusWaterbury	$17,462	$32,919	$69,053	$22,500	0.68
National Median	—	$32,919	—	$22,500	0.68

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health and medical assisting services graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

$66,050/yrJobs growth:

Surgical Technologists

Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

$62,480/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Physical Therapist Assistants

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

$60,050/yrJobs growth:

Medical Assistants

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

$44,200/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Pharmacy Technicians

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

$43,460/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

Histology Technicians

Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies.

Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

Neurodiagnostic Technologists

Conduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, polysomnograms, or electronystagmograms. May perform nerve conduction studies.

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

All healthcare support workers not listed separately.

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 Widener University, approximately 25% 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 32 graduates with reported earnings and 35 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.