Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Eastern Virginia Career College

Eastern Virginia Career College's practical nursing program lands squarely in the middle of Virginia's nursing landscape—ranking at the 60th percentile statewide with four-year earnings of $52,016. That's decent, but it's worth noting that several other Virginia schools deliver significantly better outcomes: Piedmont Virginia Community College graduates earn $61,566, nearly $10,000 more annually. The $17,500 debt burden sits slightly above both state and national medians, though the 0.39 debt-to-earnings ratio remains manageable for a healthcare credential.

The encouraging news is the 16% earnings growth from year one to year four, suggesting graduates build their careers steadily rather than hitting an immediate ceiling. With 58% of students receiving Pell grants, the college serves a population that needs career programs to deliver, and most graduates do find stable nursing work. However, given that this is a moderately-sized cohort, these numbers should be reliable for decision-making.

For families focused purely on return-on-investment, exploring programs like Piedmont Virginia Community College or ECPI University might yield better financial outcomes. But if location in Fredericksburg is essential or admission to higher-performing programs proves difficult, this program offers a workable path into nursing with debt that won't derail your child's financial future.