Medical Assisting at Crowder College

Neosho, MO · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

a compact campus enrolling 2,622 students in Neosho, MO.

Program Analysis

Crowder College's Medical Assisting graduates start at $33,436/yr — above the $31,622 national average, though not by a wide margin.

The 28.3x 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 Medical Assisting graduates.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $14,400 in median debt clears fast against $33,436 in annual earnings.

Ranked #445 out of 1,065 programs, Crowder College's Medical Assisting offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

With 11 registered apprenticeships mapped to Medical Assisting, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

56 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
54
Low End
56
Score
57
High End
Earnings $33,436/yr (6% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (252,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$350K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
28.3x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
9 of 9
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)
$12,360
Out-of-state: $16,560
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,400
5.2 months of Year 1 earnings

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

Explore what Medical Assisting graduates do, from entry-level roles to long-term career paths across 1065 programs nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Medical Assisting at Crowder College?
At 56/100, Crowder College's Medical Assisting program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Are there apprenticeship options for Medical Assisting?
The DOL recognizes 11 apprenticeship pathways related to Medical Assisting. For students weighing Crowder College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for Medical Assisting workers?
With approximately 252,100 annual openings across mapped careers, Medical Assisting offers a very large employment pool. Crowder College graduates enter a market shaped by an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →