Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Associate's degree · Howard College · Big Spring, TX
$18,922Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,287Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$9,690Median federal debt
44Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Health/Medical Preparatory Programs at Howard College earn a median of $18,922 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,711 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,526–$78,980). Median debt is $9,690, about 51% of first-year earnings.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Health/Medical Preparatory Programs graduates from Howard College make?
The median salary is $18,922 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,690.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.