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

HCI College's nursing program lands squarely in the middle of Florida's nursing landscape—outperforming the state median ($64,718) by about $1,000 annually, but trailing the top programs by $5,000-$8,000. What sets this program apart, though, is its exceptionally low debt burden. At $36,251, you're borrowing significantly more than the national median ($20,751), but this still ranks in just the 5th percentile nationally for debt. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55, graduates typically earn enough in their first year to cover more than their entire student loan balance—a favorable position for new nurses entering the workforce.

The earnings gap between HCI and Florida's top performers matters. A graduate from Broward College or Valencia College will earn roughly $7,000 more annually with similar or even lower debt loads. Over a nursing career, that compounds into substantial lost income. However, HCI delivers something crucial: predictable outcomes for a workforce-focused program. You're not gambling on whether your graduate will find nursing employment; you're making a calculated trade-off between slightly lower starting pay and manageable debt.

For families prioritizing steady employment with containable debt over maximum earning potential, this program works. Just recognize you're paying more in tuition than many Florida alternatives for middle-of-the-pack results. If your student can access one of the state's stronger community college nursing programs, that may deliver better value.