Allied Health Professions at Three Rivers College

Poplar Bluff, MO · Public · Certificate · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

a compact campus enrolling 1,909 students in Poplar Bluff, MO.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $27,022 place Three Rivers College below the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 58.2x 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 — 28% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Allied Health Professions graduates.

With first-year pay of $27,022 far exceeding the $6,250 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

At #732 out of 811 programs, Three Rivers College's financial outcomes for Allied Health Professions trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

With 8 registered apprenticeships mapped to Allied Health Professions, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

52 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
50
Low End
52
Score
53
High End
Earnings $27,022/yr (-49% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$283K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
58.2x
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)
$4,860
Out-of-state: $6,090
Median Debt at Graduation
$6,250
2.8 months of Year 1 earnings

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

How does Three Rivers College's Allied Health Professions program score?
This program scores 52/100 — a respectable number in isolation, but it ranks in the bottom half of Allied Health Professions programs nationally. The field is competitive, and stronger options exist.
How affordable is Allied Health Professions at Three Rivers College?
At $6,250 in median debt, Allied Health Professions graduates from Three Rivers College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Why are Allied Health Professions earnings lower at Three Rivers College?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Allied Health Professions graduates?
Beyond Three Rivers College's classroom route, 8 registered apprenticeships map to Allied Health Professions careers — including Computed Tomography (Ct) Technician. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
How many job openings are there for Allied Health Professions graduates?
Job availability for Allied Health Professions is strong — 124,000 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Three Rivers College graduates specifically, local market conditions in MO may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →