Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Provo College-Idaho Falls Campus

Idaho nursing programs show considerable variation, with graduates earning anywhere from $35,000 to $55,000 in their first year. Based on the four programs with reported outcomes in the state, this program's estimated earnings of $47,807 place it solidly in the middle—above the state median and notably higher than the national benchmark of $44,134.

The estimated debt load of $17,644 is slightly above both state and national medians for similar programs, but it remains manageable with a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37. That means borrowers would theoretically owe about 37 cents for every dollar earned in year one. For context, Idaho's strongest nursing programs at North Idaho College and Carrington College-Boise produce graduates earning $54,000-$55,000, though with a majority Pell-eligible student body (61%), Provo College serves a population that may value geographic access differently.

The practical reality: if these estimates hold true, a licensed practical nurse could reasonably pay off this debt within two to three years on an aggressive repayment plan. However, the wide spread among Idaho programs—a $20,000 gap between the highest and lowest earners—suggests outcomes depend heavily on local job markets and healthcare networks. Since these are estimates rather than this school's actual graduate outcomes, prospective students should request placement data and talk to recent alumni about their specific experiences in the Idaho Falls healthcare market before committing.