Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Concorde Career Institute-Orlando

Why does a program start with $62,408 in first-year earnings only to drop 14% by year four? That backward trajectory sets Concorde Career Institute-Orlando apart from typical nursing programs—and not in a good way. While the initial salary exceeds Florida's median slightly, it falls well below what top Florida nursing programs deliver, and the decline to $53,822 suggests graduates may struggle to advance or retain positions that pay competitively.

The debt situation compounds the concern. At $34,193, graduates carry roughly $8,500 more than Florida's typical nursing program and significantly more than the national median of $20,751. This creates a first-year debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55—manageable in isolation, but increasingly problematic as earnings slide. Florida's community colleges and established nursing schools consistently produce better outcomes: Valencia College graduates earn $70,422 four years out, while Broward College reaches nearly $73,000. These programs also typically charge far less.

For families considering this program, the math is straightforward: you'll pay above-market rates for below-market results. The 91% admission rate and high Pell grant population (67%) suggest accessibility, but accessibility means little if graduates face declining earnings while managing substantial debt. Florida offers 73 nursing programs—prioritize public institutions with track records of upward earnings trajectories and lower debt loads.