Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Nevada Career Institute
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Analysis
Nevada Career Institute's dental support program graduates earn $22,013 in their first year—well below both Nevada's median of $25,255 and the national average. At 40th percentile statewide, this program trails most competitors in the Las Vegas area. Pima Medical Institute and Milan Institute students earn roughly $5,000 more annually right out of the gate, a significant gap when you're starting at just over $22,000.
The relatively modest debt load of $9,500 keeps this from being a complete disaster—you're looking at a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.43, which is manageable. However, that's cold comfort when the earnings themselves are this low. A graduate facing typical living expenses in Las Vegas will find $22,000 yearly income extremely tight, even without much debt to service.
The fact that 60% of students here receive Pell grants suggests this program serves lower-income students who may have limited options. For those students especially, choosing a dental support program matters—the difference between this school and competitors like Pima or Milan could mean an extra $400-500 monthly in take-home pay. If your child is set on this field in Nevada, the data suggests looking at other programs first.
Where Nevada Career Institute Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all dental support services and allied professions certificate's programs nationally
Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.
Earnings Distribution
How Nevada Career Institute graduates compare to all programs nationally
Nevada Career Institute graduates earn $22k, placing them in the 21th percentile of all dental support services and allied professions certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Nevada
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions certificate's programs at peer institutions in Nevada (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada Career Institute | $22,013 | — | $9,500 | 0.43 |
| Milan Institute-Sparks | $27,394 | $27,723 | $8,919 | 0.33 |
| Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas | $27,301 | $30,467 | $8,509 | 0.31 |
| Carrington College-Las Vegas | $26,485 | $28,072 | $8,933 | 0.34 |
| Milan Institute-Las Vegas | $25,255 | $24,035 | $8,919 | 0.35 |
| Northwest Career College | $23,531 | — | $9,500 | 0.40 |
| National Median | $25,255 | — | $9,500 | 0.38 |
Other Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Programs in Nevada
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Nevada schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milan Institute-Sparks Sparks | — | $27,394 | $8,919 |
| Pima Medical Institute-Las Vegas Las Vegas | — | $27,301 | $8,509 |
| Carrington College-Las Vegas Las Vegas | — | $26,485 | $8,933 |
| Milan Institute-Las Vegas Las Vegas | — | $25,255 | $8,919 |
| Northwest Career College Las Vegas | — | $23,531 | $9,500 |
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 Nevada Career Institute, approximately 60% 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 37 graduates with reported earnings and 43 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.