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Best Value Health and Medical Administrative Services Colleges in New Jersey

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

New Jersey's 13 Health and Medical Administrative Services programs show a striking divide between public university bargains and costly private options. While Rutgers graduates earn $42,682 annually, students can access this through Newark's $19,407 net cost or New Brunswick's $23,519 price point. The state's pharmaceutical giants like Johnson & Johnson and Merck create steady demand for medical administrators who understand healthcare operations. Most telling is the gap between New Jersey City University's rock-bottom $11,732 cost and Felician University's $41,315 price tag, yet both serve students entering the same regional job market.
13
Programs
$11,732 – $41,315
Net Price Range
$36,727
Avg. Program Earnings
54.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

13 Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $19,407 $42,682 $16,586 67.6% 73.9%
2 $23,519 $42,682 $17,239 85.0% 66.3%
3 $20,549 $37,054 $28,600 44.8%
4 $31,650 $30,988 $44,850 70.3% 90.9%
5 $41,315 $30,228 $37,830 49.7% 89.2%
6 $21,188 $39,450 58.7% 66.4%
7 $15,266 $35,822 61.7% 84.1%
8 $20,218 $37,110 55.1% 75.8%
9 $11,732 $13,971 38.7% 90.1%
10 $12,168 $13,426 43.4% 82.6%
11 $12,973 $41,054 63.1% 88.8%
12 $17,949 $35,942 40.2% 71.9%
13 $23,532 $18,947 25.5% 17.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Rutgers programs stand out for medical administration value?

Both Rutgers campuses deliver identical $42,682 graduate earnings, the highest among New Jersey programs. Newark offers better value at $19,407 net cost versus New Brunswick's $23,519, though New Brunswick maintains a stronger 85% graduation rate.

How much do graduation rates vary across New Jersey medical administration programs?

Graduation rates span from 25.5% at Eastern International College to 85% at Rutgers New Brunswick. The public universities show mixed results, with Rutgers campuses reaching 67-85% while New Jersey City University manages just 38.7%.

Does attending private schools guarantee higher earnings in this field?

Not necessarily. Rutgers graduates earn $42,682 while expensive private options like Felician University produce $30,228 earners despite charging $41,315 in net costs. Berkeley College graduates earn $37,054 at a $20,549 net price point.

Where do the most affordable medical administration programs operate in New Jersey?

Public universities dominate the low-cost segment, with New Jersey City University at $11,732 and Kean University at $12,168. Saint Peter's University offers surprising private value at $12,973 net cost despite a $41,054 sticker price.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.