Health Sciences at Los Angeles Pacific University

San Dimas, CA · Private nonprofit · Associate Degree · Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

a compact campus enrolling 1,453 students in San Dimas, CA.

Program Analysis

Graduates of Los Angeles Pacific University's Health Sciences program earn $46,353/yr in their first year — 28% above the $36,234 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

The 20.2x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 43% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Health Sciences graduates.

At $9,530 in median debt against $46,353 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

Ranked #20 out of 48 programs, Los Angeles Pacific University's Health Sciences offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Health Sciences connects to 3 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.

49 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
44
Low End
49
Score
50
High End
Earnings $46,353/yr (28% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (57% shielded)
Job Market Medium (15,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$485K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
20.2x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
2 of 2
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$23,952
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,530
2.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Health Sciences graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health education specialists $63,000 +4.5% 47%
Community health workers $51,030 +11.3% 68%
Health education specialists
$63,000
+4.5% growth 47% AI-proof
Community health workers
$51,030
+11.3% growth 68% AI-proof

Health Sciences Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Health Sciences careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Health Sciences at Los Angeles Pacific University?
A score of 49/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Health Sciences. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
Will AI affect Health Sciences careers?
Our scenarios model 43% of Health Sciences tasks as AI-exposed. That doesn't mean job loss — it means role evolution. Los Angeles Pacific University's 49/100 score weights this risk into the overall assessment.
What's the typical debt for Health Sciences graduates from Los Angeles Pacific University?
At $9,530 in median debt, Health Sciences graduates from Los Angeles Pacific University carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Health Sciences program at Los Angeles Pacific University?
Beyond Los Angeles Pacific University's classroom route, 3 registered apprenticeships map to Health Sciences careers — including Community Health Worker. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →