Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Beaumont Adult School

Beaumont Adult School's nursing program charges above-average debt ($18,857 vs. $17,421 state median) while delivering below-average results for California. At $50,638 in first-year earnings, graduates fall well short of California's $53,040 median for this credential, landing in just the 40th percentile statewide. That gap matters in a state where top programs like Unitek College place graduates at $66,000+—a $15,000 annual difference. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 looks reasonable in isolation, but it's less attractive when you're earning below the state median.

More concerning is the earnings trajectory: graduates see their pay drop 10% by year four, falling to $45,788. This backward slide is unusual for nursing credentials, which typically benefit from consistent demand. It may reflect workforce instability or challenges in the local Beaumont healthcare market. With 63% of students receiving Pell grants, these setbacks hit families who can least afford them.

For California families, this program sits in an awkward middle ground—not the worst option, but notably underperforming the state median despite comparable debt. The stronger community colleges and career schools in California consistently deliver $53,000+ starting salaries with similar or lower debt loads. Unless geography strictly limits your options, look for programs that at least match California's median outcomes.