Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at American International College

American International College's nursing program produces graduates earning just above the Massachusetts median—$79,889 versus the state's $79,780—but that's where the good news plateaus. While first-year earnings place graduates in the 70th percentile nationally and 60th percentile statewide, those earnings remain essentially frozen over the next four years. In contrast, top Massachusetts nursing programs like Framingham State see graduates earning $95,000+, suggesting this program leaves significant earning potential on the table.

The $37,500 debt load tells a more complicated story. At nearly half of first-year earnings, it's substantially higher than both the state median ($28,208) and national median ($27,000) for nursing programs. Still, nursing salaries generally make this manageable—the 0.47 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates can realistically pay down loans while building their careers. The school's 97% admission rate and 50% Pell-eligible student body suggest it serves many first-generation college students who might otherwise lack access to nursing credentials.

The real question is earnings stagnation. With a robust sample size, the flat earnings trajectory appears genuine rather than statistical noise. If Massachusetts nursing careers typically offer steady salary growth, American International College graduates may need to be more aggressive about seeking promotions or switching employers to keep pace with peers from higher-performing programs. For families prioritizing access to the nursing profession over maximizing lifetime earnings, this program delivers a credential; for those comparing Massachusetts options, stronger performers exist at similar or lower debt levels.