Est. Earnings (1yr)
$66,677
Est. from OH median (10 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$23,629
Est. from OH median (5 programs)

Analysis

EHOVE Career Center's nursing program offers a relatively accessible entry point into the profession, with estimated debt of $23,629—below the state median and nearly matching the national benchmark. Based on comparable certificate and diploma nursing programs in Ohio, graduates typically earn around $66,677 in their first year, producing a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35. That means graduates would owe roughly four months' salary, which is manageable for a healthcare field known for steady employment.

The reality is that nursing credentials create fairly predictable outcomes regardless of where you train. The estimated earnings here align almost exactly with state and national medians for similar programs, and the debt load is competitive. Ohio's nursing job market is strong enough that the specific training institution matters less than getting licensed and into the workforce. Some Ohio programs report slightly higher first-year earnings—like Ohio Institute of Allied Health at $74,851—but whether that $8,000 difference reflects better training, different geographic job markets, or just reporting variation is impossible to say from distance.

For a family evaluating this program, the financial picture looks sound based on peer outcomes: reasonable debt, solid earning potential, and a credential that translates directly to employment. The main unknowns are EHOVE-specific—job placement rates, NCLEX pass rates, and clinical training quality—which matter more for nursing than for many other fields. Check those concrete measures rather than worrying too much about first-year salary projections that will largely depend on where your child works after graduation.

Where EHOVE Career Center Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing certificate's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing certificate's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (22 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
EHOVE Career CenterMilan$66,677*$23,629*
Ohio Institute of Allied HealthHuber Heights$24,493$74,851*$26,003*0.35
Ohio Medical Career CollegeDayton$71,666*$26,331*0.37
Trinity Health System School of NursingSteubenville$9,101$67,928*$63,899$20,689*0.30
Athena Career AcademyToledo$67,468*$36,820*0.55
Collins Career Technical CenterChesapeake$66,955*$23,629*0.35
National Median$66,398*$23,562*0.35
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing graduates

Nurse Anesthetists

Administer anesthesia, monitor patient's vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

$132,050/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Nurse Midwives

Diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.

$132,050/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Nurse Practitioners

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

$132,050/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

$117,960/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Registered Nurses

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.

$93,600/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Acute Care Nurses

Provide advanced nursing care for patients with acute conditions such as heart attacks, respiratory distress syndrome, or shock. May care for pre- and post-operative patients or perform advanced, invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

$93,600/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses

Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with mental health or substance use disorders or the potential for such disorders. Apply therapeutic activities, including the prescription of medication, per state regulations, and the administration of psychotherapy.

$93,600/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Critical Care Nurses

Provide specialized nursing care for patients in critical or coronary care units.

$93,600/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Clinical Nurse Specialists

Direct nursing staff in the provision of patient care in a clinical practice setting, such as a hospital, hospice, clinic, or home. Ensure adherence to established clinical policies, protocols, regulations, and standards.

$93,600/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary

Demonstrate and teach patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:
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 EHOVE Career Center, 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 10 similar programs in OH. Actual outcomes may vary.