Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Arkansas
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing associates's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas | — | $60,323 | — | — |
| Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas | $78,213 | — | — | — |
| Arkansas State University-Newport | $74,682 | $63,775 | $18,375 | 0.25 |
| Arkansas State University | $70,358 | $61,180 | $25,750 | 0.37 |
| Arkansas Northeastern College | $70,131 | $61,616 | $9,447 | 0.13 |
| Baptist Health College Little Rock | $68,834 | — | $23,358 | 0.34 |
| National Median | $68,409 | — | $20,751 | 0.30 |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Arkansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arkansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas Helena | $3,230 | $78,213 | — |
| Arkansas State University-Newport Newport | $2,856 | $74,682 | $18,375 |
| Arkansas State University Jonesboro | $7,754 | $70,358 | $25,750 |
| Arkansas Northeastern College Blytheville | $2,570 | $70,131 | $9,447 |
| Baptist Health College Little Rock Little Rock | $13,593 | $68,834 | $23,358 |
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 Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas, approximately 35% 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.