Medical Assisting at Niagara County Community College

Sanborn, NY · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

a smaller institution with 2,859 students in Sanborn, NY.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $36,053 at Niagara County Community College come in 14% above the national median of $31,622 for Medical Assisting programs.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 28.0x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Medical Assisting programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Medical Assisting's career paths, with 28% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 0% gap from the optimistic case.

With first-year pay of $36,053 far exceeding the $11,500 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

At #371 of 1,065 Medical Assisting programs, Niagara County Community College scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

Medical Assisting offers 11 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

58 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
55
Low End
58
Score
58
High End
Earnings $36,053/yr (14% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (252,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$36K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
28.0x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
9 of 9
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$13,452
Out-of-state: $23,724
Median Debt at Graduation
$11,500
3.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$34,420
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Medical Assisting graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Occupational therapy assistants $68,340 +19.2% 73%
Physical therapist assistants $65,510 +22.0% 85%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Occupational therapy assistants
$68,340
+19.2% growth 73% AI-proof
Physical therapist assistants
$65,510
+22.0% growth 85% AI-proof

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Medical Assisting Career Guide

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Niagara County Community College's Medical Assisting program score?
At 58/100, Niagara County Community College's Medical Assisting program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Are there apprenticeship options for Medical Assisting?
Beyond Niagara County Community College's classroom route, 11 registered apprenticeships map to Medical Assisting careers — including Ambulance Attendant (Emt). Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
How many job openings are there for Medical Assisting graduates?
The very large job market (252,100 annual openings) works in favor of Medical Assisting graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
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