At $24,909/yr net price, Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs graduates earn $38,673/yr within 10 years of enrollment, which is $4,673/yr above the median for high school graduates.
Cost vs. Outcomes
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Net Price (per year) | $24,909 |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $99,636 |
| Median Earnings (10yr post-entry) | $38,673/yr |
| Earnings Premium vs. HS Diploma | +$4,673/yr |
| Estimated Break-Even | 21.3 years |
| Graduation Rate (6-year) | 66.5% |
| Median Debt at Graduation | $9,500 |
What You'll Actually Pay
Average net price by family income
| Family Income | Estimated Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $24,706/yr |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $26,037/yr |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $25,654/yr |
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $27,140 | $8,890 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $25,277 | $8,707 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $25,121 | $8,508 |
The Risk Factor
66.5% of students at Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs graduate within 6 years. A significant share of students finish, but roughly 34% do not complete their degree.
Analysis
The math here does not work in your favor. You pay about $24,900 a year in net price at a two-year school where the median graduate earns $38,673 a decade later. That is roughly $50,000 spent to reach earnings that sit close to the low end of allied health pay.
The one thing that helps is debt. The median borrower leaves with $9,500, and the three top programs all sit under $9,000. So you are not drowning in loans. The problem is what the credentials earn. Every program listed is a certificate, and every one pays under $28,000. Allied Health and Medical Assisting tops the list at $27,140. Health and Medical Administrative Services and Dental Support both land near $25,000. None of these clear the earnings you would expect after spending $50,000.
The 66.50% graduation rate is a real risk. One in three of you does not finish, and if you drop out you still owe the money without the certificate to show for it in the Colorado Springs medical job market.
The net price tiers should worry you most. If your family earns under $30,000, you still pay $24,706 a year here, and families in the $30-48k range actually pay more, around $26,000. Low income buys you no discount at this school. That is a hard number to accept when the payoff is a $27,000 job.
This school fits you only if you have already lined up a specific medical assisting or dental support job locally, want the fastest certificate, and can pay the net price without heavy borrowing. If you are choosing based on financial return, a community college certificate in the same fields will cost you far less for the same jobs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs worth the cost?
With graduates earning $38,673 annually after paying $24,909 per year, the return is modest but reasonable for healthcare training programs. The relatively low median debt of $9,500 reduces financial risk compared to many other schools.
Which programs at Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs have the best ROI?
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services offers the highest graduate earnings at $27,140, though all top programs cluster around $25,000-$27,000 annually. Given the school's low debt levels, most programs provide manageable debt-to-income ratios.
What is the graduation rate at Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs?
The graduation rate is 66.5%, which is above average for career-focused schools. This suggests most students who enroll complete their programs, reducing the risk of paying tuition without earning a credential.
How much debt do Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs graduates typically have?
The median debt is $9,500, significantly lower than most colleges. This low debt load makes the modest post-graduation salaries more manageable and reduces long-term financial stress.