Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at CALC Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (56 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CALC Institute of Technology | — | $51,291 | $9,750 | — |
| Ambria College of Nursing | $64,712 | $58,774 | $11,878 | 0.18 |
| Verve College | $63,593 | $63,546 | $14,933 | 0.23 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges | $56,008 | — | $7,500 | 0.13 |
| CAAN Academy of Nursing | $55,822 | — | $22,398 | 0.40 |
| Illinois Central College | $55,604 | — | $12,700 | 0.23 |
| National Median | $44,134 | — | $14,803 | 0.34 |
Other Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambria College of Nursing Hoffman Estates | — | $64,712 | $11,878 |
| Verve College Oak Brook | — | $63,593 | $14,933 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Olney | $4,390 | $56,008 | $7,500 |
| CAAN Academy of Nursing Matteson | — | $55,822 | $22,398 |
| Illinois Central College East Peoria | $4,650 | $55,604 | $12,700 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At CALC Institute of Technology, approximately 81% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.