Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Prince George's Community College

Prince George's Community College nursing graduates earn substantially more than the typical associate-degree nurse nationally—nearly $21,000 above the national median in their first year. The $89,437 starting salary lands this program in the 95th percentile nationwide, meaning it outperforms virtually all comparable nursing programs across the country. Maryland's robust healthcare market clearly benefits these graduates, though within the state itself, this program sits comfortably at the 60th percentile, trailing community colleges like Baltimore County and Harford but still exceeding the state median.

The financial picture is exceptionally clean. With $18,500 in debt against nearly $90,000 in first-year earnings, graduates face a debt burden of just 21% of their annual salary—manageable by any standard. Earnings continue growing to $93,351 by year four, providing both immediate returns and sustained career momentum. For families concerned about nursing program debt loads, this compares favorably to the $20,751 national median.

The bottom line: this is a high-value pathway into nursing that combines strong regional demand with reasonable costs. While it doesn't top Maryland's nursing programs, it delivers earnings that put most of the country to shame. For students who can access in-state tuition and want immediate career prospects, the math works decisively in favor of enrollment.