Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Midland University

Midland University's nursing program graduates earn above the Nebraska median—$74,515 versus $74,175 statewide—while carrying slightly less debt than typical in-state peers ($30,750 versus $30,875). This places graduates in the 60th percentile among Nebraska nursing programs, a solid showing in a state where nursing salaries cluster tightly together. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.41 means graduates owe roughly five months of first-year salary, which is manageable for healthcare professionals.

The program's primary weakness is the earnings trajectory: salaries drop 6% between year one and year four, falling to $70,377. This backward slide differs from what you'd expect in nursing, where experience typically commands higher pay. It could reflect graduates moving from high-paying hospital roles to lower-stress outpatient settings, or it might indicate challenges with career advancement. Either way, the starting salary provides enough cushion that graduates remain above water financially even as earnings dip.

For families seeking an affordable path to nursing in Nebraska, Midland delivers reasonable value—you're getting middle-of-the-pack outcomes at below-average debt. Just recognize that your child's highest earning years may come immediately after graduation rather than building over time.