Allied Health Professions at Monroe Community College

Rochester, NY · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

serving 7,737 students in Rochester, NY.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $47,956/yr, roughly in line with the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 53.0x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 20% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Allied Health Professions career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

With first-year pay of $47,956 far exceeding the $13,500 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #468 ranking among 811 Allied Health Professions programs places Monroe Community College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 26% earnings increase from $47,956 to $60,274 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

The 8 apprenticeship pathways connected to Allied Health Professions reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

63 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
59
Low End
63
Score
64
High End
Earnings $47,956/yr (-9% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$629K
5.9% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
53.7x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

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

Program Tuition (In-State)
$11,712
Out-of-state: $21,512
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,500
3.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$60,274
26% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Allied Health Professions graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Medical dosimetrists $138,110 +3.5% 55%
Physician assistants $133,260 +20.4% 83%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Medical dosimetrists
$138,110
+3.5% growth 55% AI-proof
Physician assistants
$133,260
+20.4% growth 83% AI-proof
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof

View all 19 career paths with full salary data →

Allied Health Professions Career Guide

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

Read the full Allied Health Professions career guide →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 63/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Allied Health Professions at Monroe Community College?
At 63/100, the score looks reasonable — but Allied Health Professions is a high-scoring trade overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.
How affordable is Allied Health Professions at Monroe Community College?
At $13,500 in median debt, Allied Health Professions graduates from Monroe Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.3x is well below the trade program average.
Can I learn Allied Health Professions through an apprenticeship instead of Monroe Community College?
Yes — 8 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Allied Health Professions career paths, including Computed Tomography (Ct) Technician. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Monroe Community College.
Is there demand for Allied Health Professions workers?
Job availability for Allied Health Professions is strong — 124,000 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Monroe Community College graduates specifically, local market conditions in NY may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →