Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Ohio State University-Newark Campus

Ohio State Newark's nursing program sits in an interesting middle ground—while graduates earn less than the national average for nursing programs, they actually outperform most other Ohio nursing schools. Starting salaries of $71,175 place this program in the 60th percentile statewide, meaning it beats about 40 of Ohio's 66 nursing programs. However, the national picture is less favorable, ranking in just the 30th percentile compared to nursing programs nationwide.

The debt load of $25,163 is manageable, coming in below both state and national medians of $27,000. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35, graduates can reasonably expect to handle their loan payments. The concerning element is the slight earnings decline from year one to year four—a 3% drop that runs counter to typical career progression expectations in nursing.

For Ohio families, this program offers solid value within the state context, delivering above-average earnings for Ohio nursing graduates while keeping debt reasonable. The slight earnings dip over time likely reflects the broader nursing job market dynamics rather than program quality issues. Parents should feel confident this program provides a viable path into nursing, particularly for students planning to work in Ohio where these credentials compete well against in-state alternatives.