Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Meridian College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Meridian College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Meridian College graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 89th percentile of all practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants certificate's programs at peer institutions in Florida (110 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian College | $54,072 | — | — | — |
| Florida State College at Jacksonville | $57,579 | — | $19,000 | 0.33 |
| Herzing University-Orlando | $47,310 | $55,934 | $22,586 | 0.48 |
| Herzing University-Tampa | $47,310 | $55,934 | $22,586 | 0.48 |
| Pinellas Technical College-St. Petersburg | $47,306 | — | $17,485 | 0.37 |
| Manatee Technical College | $47,102 | — | $11,500 | 0.24 |
| National Median | $44,134 | — | $14,803 | 0.34 |
Other Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville | $2,878 | $57,579 | $19,000 |
| Herzing University-Orlando Winter Park | $13,420 | $47,310 | $22,586 |
| Herzing University-Tampa Tampa | $13,420 | $47,310 | $22,586 |
| Pinellas Technical College-St. Petersburg Saint Petersburg | — | $47,306 | $17,485 |
| Manatee Technical College Bradenton | — | $47,102 | $11,500 |
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 Meridian College, approximately 58% 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.