Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Kishwaukee College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
kish.eduBased on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Where Kishwaukee College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants certificate's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Kishwaukee College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kishwaukee College | $26,141 | $29,637 | +13% |
| Verve College | $63,593 | $63,546 | -0% |
| MDT College of Health Sciences | $54,894 | $58,778 | +7% |
| Ambria College of Nursing | $64,712 | $58,774 | -9% |
| Danville Area Community College | $26,484 | $57,241 | +116% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (56 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Kishwaukee CollegeMalta | $4,980 | $26,141 | $29,637 | $9,440* | — |
 Ambria College of NursingHoffman Estates | — | $64,712 | $58,774 | $11,878* | 0.18 |
 Verve CollegeOak Brook | — | $63,593 | $63,546 | $14,933* | 0.23 |
 Illinois Eastern Community CollegesOlney | $4,390 | $56,008 | — | $7,500* | 0.13 |
 CAAN Academy of NursingMatteson | — | $55,822 | — | $22,398* | 0.40 |
 Illinois Central CollegeEast Peoria | $4,650 | $55,604 | — | $12,700* | 0.23 |
| National Median | — | $44,134 | — | $14,803* | 0.34 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants graduates
Explore Related Programs
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants in Illinois
- Ambria College of Nursing$64,712
- Verve College$63,593
- Illinois Eastern Community Colleges$56,008
- CAAN Academy of Nursing$55,822
- Illinois Central College$55,604
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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 Kishwaukee College, approximately 25% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.