Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at East Ohio College

East Ohio College graduates earn slightly above the Ohio median for associate nursing programs ($64,883 vs. $64,169), placing them at the 60th percentile statewide. However, this comes with an unusual pattern: earnings actually drop to $61,173 by year four, falling below both the state median and well under the $68,409 national benchmark. While the program costs more than typical Ohio nursing programs ($31,923 vs. $26,952 state median), the debt load is still manageable at about half of first-year earnings—notably lower than the national norm.

The earnings decline deserves attention. Most nursing programs show stable or growing salaries, but graduates here see a 6% drop over their first four years. This could reflect regional employment challenges in the East Liverpool area or difficulties advancing within local healthcare systems. That said, the program serves a predominantly Pell-eligible student body (76%) and delivers credentials that still earn more than many bachelor's degree holders in other fields.

For Ohio families, this represents a middle-of-the-pack option that gets students working quickly at decent starting wages. The debt is reasonable enough that repayment shouldn't be overwhelming, but don't expect significant salary growth in those critical early career years. Students willing to relocate or pursue additional credentials might find better long-term prospects, but as an accessible entry point to nursing in eastern Ohio, it serves its purpose for students who need to stay local.