Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 72.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,430
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 30:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 34.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $43,426 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,329 | $23,969 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $38,829 | $27,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $37,793 | $17,200 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $26,783 | $9,500 |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $26,121 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $23,714 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $21,904 | $8,444 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. | Certificate | $16,663 |
Outcomes Overview
American Career College graduates enter a job market where their median debt of $9,500 creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of about 25%, well below the concerning 40% threshold that financial experts warn against. Monthly loan payments of $101 represent roughly 3% of typical graduate income, leaving plenty of room for other expenses. The 94.7% employment rate reflects the school's focus on in-demand healthcare fields like medical assisting, pharmacy technology, and dental hygiene, where employers actively recruit trained workers. However, the 34.24% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle to keep up with payments despite relatively low debt loads. For students seeking quick entry into stable healthcare careers, this represents an average return on investment.