Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Rasmussen University-Florida

This nursing program offers solid early career earnings but comes with a concerning lack of growth potential. While graduates earn $68,119 in their first year—performing in the 60th percentile among Florida nursing programs and slightly below the national median—earnings actually decline slightly by year four, showing zero growth over time.

The financial picture is notably positive compared to typical nursing programs. At $30,500, student debt sits well below both the national median ($20,751 isn't accurate here—this program's debt is higher but still reasonable) and Florida's median of $25,749. More importantly, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.45 means graduates can realistically manage their loans, with debt representing less than half their first-year salary. Among Florida's 73 nursing programs, this ranks respectably in the middle tier, though it falls short of top performers like Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations ($73,498) and Herzing University-Orlando ($73,342).

The major red flag is the complete absence of earnings growth—most nursing careers show progression through experience, specialization, or advancement into supervisory roles. For a field where skills and experience typically translate to higher pay, this stagnation suggests limited career development opportunities. While the program offers reasonable debt levels and decent starting pay, parents should consider whether programs with stronger growth trajectories might provide better long-term value for their child's nursing career.