Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Edgewood College

Edgewood College's nursing program outperforms the Wisconsin median while staying exactly at the national average for debt—a solid combination for in-state students. With graduates earning $73,249 right after graduation and carrying $27,000 in debt, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 is manageable, representing about 4.5 months of gross income. The 60th percentile ranking among Wisconsin nursing programs places this squarely in the upper half of state options, though it trails schools like UW-Madison and the Herzing campuses by about $2,500 annually.

The notable concern is the slight earnings dip from year one to year four—from $73,249 to $72,588—though in nursing this often reflects career choices like switching to preferred specialties or work settings rather than diminishing value. Wisconsin's strong nursing market (the state median of $72,463 exceeds many regions) provides good context for these figures. The program's 95% admission rate and relatively low Pell grant percentage (23%) suggest students may have more financial support options than at some peer institutions.

For Wisconsin families seeking a reliable nursing credential without excessive debt, Edgewood represents a competitive middle-tier option. You're paying typical nursing program debt for above-median Wisconsin outcomes, which is a reasonable trade, especially if your student values Edgewood's smaller campus environment in Madison.