Allied Health Professions at Delta College

University Center, MI · Public · Associate Degree · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

enrolling 6,061 students in University Center, MI.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $52,791/yr, roughly in line with the $52,503 national median for Allied Health Professions. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

The 59.5x 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 $52,791 far exceeding the $11,966 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #386 out of 811 programs, Delta College's Allied Health Professions offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

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

66 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
64
Low End
66
Score
67
High End
Earnings $52,791/yr (1% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (124,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$53K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
59.5x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$9,280
Out-of-state: $15,100
Median Debt at Graduation
$11,966
2.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$49,670
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

Allied Health Professions opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

Read the full Allied Health Professions career guide →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Delta College's Allied Health Professions program score?
This program scores 66/100, reflecting respectable but not exceptional financial outcomes for Allied Health Professions graduates.
How affordable is Allied Health Professions at Delta College?
Median debt of just $11,966 against $52,791/yr in starting salary means graduates can clear their loans in under 3 months. This is one of the more affordable paths in our dataset.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Allied Health Professions graduates?
The DOL recognizes 8 apprenticeship pathways related to Allied Health Professions. For students weighing Delta College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Will Allied Health Professions graduates from Delta College find jobs?
The very large job market (124,000 annual openings) works in favor of Allied Health Professions graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →