Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Chamberlain University-Georgia

Chamberlain University-Georgia's nursing program delivers strong early-career earnings that rank in the 80th percentile nationally, with graduates earning a median $83,188 in their first year—well above both the national ($74,888) and Georgia state median ($76,557). However, this comes at a premium price, with graduates carrying $39,146 in debt compared to the national median of $27,000 and Georgia's $26,686.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47 is manageable for nursing, meaning graduates can expect to pay roughly half their first-year salary in total debt. What's concerning is the slight earnings decline from year one to year four (-1%), suggesting limited salary growth potential compared to other programs where earnings typically increase over time. Among Georgia's 37 nursing programs, this ranks in the 60th percentile—solid but not exceptional given the higher debt load.

The bottom line: your child will likely secure a well-paying nursing job immediately after graduation, but they'll pay significantly more for that outcome than at comparable Georgia programs. Schools like East Georgia State College and Georgia Highlands College offer similar or better earnings with much lower debt loads. Unless there are compelling reasons to choose Chamberlain specifically (location, scheduling flexibility, etc.), other Georgia nursing programs provide better financial value.