Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Florida Career College-Boynton Beach

Florida Career College-Boynton Beach's nursing program charges premium prices for below-market outcomes. Graduates earn $42,793 in their first year—roughly $22,000 less than the Florida median for associate nursing programs and landing in the bottom 10th percentile statewide. Meanwhile, the $36,339 median debt far exceeds both the state median ($25,749) and national benchmark ($20,751), ranking in the bottom 5th percentile nationally. For context, students at nearby Broward College or Valencia College—both public institutions—earn $70,000+ right out of the gate with substantially less debt.

The 27% earnings growth to $54,348 by year four helps close the gap somewhat, but graduates still trail their peers at other Florida nursing programs significantly. This matters in a competitive nursing job market where RN credentials are standardized—employers don't typically pay more based on which associate program you attended. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.85 means nearly a full year's salary goes toward loan obligations, creating financial pressure that contradicts nursing's reputation as a stable, middle-class career path.

With 68% of students receiving Pell grants, many families here are making this investment with limited financial cushion. The numbers suggest looking seriously at Florida's public community colleges, where nursing graduates consistently earn $65,000-$73,000 starting out while borrowing $10,000+ less.