Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Miami University-Middletown

Miami University-Middletown's nursing program sits in an unusual spot: solidly middle-of-the-pack within Ohio (60th percentile) but below the national median. More concerning is the earnings trajectory—graduates earn $71,404 in their first year, then see their income drop to $63,858 by year four. This 11% decline is particularly puzzling in nursing, where experience typically commands higher pay and specialization opportunities should expand earning potential.

The $27,000 debt load is exactly average for nursing programs both nationally and in Ohio, yielding a manageable 0.38 debt-to-earnings ratio based on first-year income. However, that ratio looks less favorable when you consider where earnings settle after four years. The program produces graduates who earn less than those from Ohio University's regional campuses and nearly $12,000 less than Chamberlain University-Ohio grads, despite similar debt burdens.

For Ohio families seeking an affordable nursing degree, this program offers accessibility at a reasonable price. But the downward earnings trend demands explanation—whether it's graduates shifting to lower-paying nursing roles, working reduced hours, or facing regional market constraints. Before committing, your child should investigate whether Middletown grads are finding the career advancement opportunities that typically define nursing careers, or if this campus faces placement challenges that the numbers suggest.