Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Meridian College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Meridian College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Meridian College graduates earn $69k, placing them in the 54th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing associates's programs at peer institutions in Florida (73 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian College | $69,241 | — | — | — |
| Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations | $73,498 | $73,445 | $37,346 | 0.51 |
| Herzing University-Orlando | $73,342 | $66,789 | $31,509 | 0.43 |
| Broward College | $72,991 | $68,951 | $13,886 | 0.19 |
| Northwest Florida State College | $71,737 | $54,920 | $14,000 | 0.20 |
| Valencia College | $70,422 | $64,578 | $17,750 | 0.25 |
| National Median | $68,409 | — | $20,751 | 0.30 |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations West Palm Beach | — | $73,498 | $37,346 |
| Herzing University-Orlando Winter Park | $13,420 | $73,342 | $31,509 |
| Broward College Fort Lauderdale | $2,830 | $72,991 | $13,886 |
| Northwest Florida State College Niceville | $3,246 | $71,737 | $14,000 |
| Valencia College Orlando | $2,474 | $70,422 | $17,750 |
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.