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Rhode Island College delivers Health and Medical Administrative Services training at just $10,988 net cost, creating a $34,550 savings compared to the state's most expensive option at Providence College. This gap reflects how public institutions serve students entering healthcare administration roles that support Rhode Island's growing medical sector, including major employers like Rhode Island Hospital and Newport Hospital. With the state's compact geography connecting students to Boston's healthcare market within an hour, even modestly-priced programs can lead to solid career prospects.
6
Programs
$10,988 – $45,538
Net Price Range
$41,856
Avg. Program Earnings
66.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,988 $10,986 46.2% 87.5%
2 $19,899 $16,408 71.0% 76.4%
3 $32,478 $40,408 54.9% 83.4%
4 $35,682 $47,930 74.9% 69.5%
5 $38,123 $42,666 66.6% 91.0%
6 $45,538 $60,848 87.9% 52.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between Rhode Island's cheapest and most expensive programs?

Rhode Island College's public funding allows it to offer Health and Medical Administrative Services training for $10,988, while Providence College charges $45,538 as a private institution. The $34,550 gap represents one of the largest cost spreads in any state for this field.

How do graduation rates vary among Rhode Island's more affordable options?

Rhode Island College graduates 46% of its students despite the lowest costs, while the University of Rhode Island achieves a 71% graduation rate at $19,899 net price. This suggests that paying nearly double can significantly improve completion odds in health administration programs.

Does the RI Promise scholarship help with health administration program costs?

The RI Promise covers community college tuition for two years, though none of the six four-year institutions offering Health and Medical Administrative Services participate directly. Students can complete prerequisites at community college first to reduce overall program expenses.

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