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This program presents a concerning value proposition despite some positive aspects. While Rasmussen keeps debt remarkably low at $14,042 (12th percentile nationally), the earnings picture in Minnesota is disappointing. At $29,532 in the first year, graduates earn significantly less than the state median of $40,180 for this field—ranking in just the 25th percentile among Minnesota programs.

The comparison to other Minnesota schools is stark: top programs like Anoka Technical College produce graduates earning $41,583, about $12,000 more annually than Rasmussen graduates. Even accounting for potentially lower tuition costs, this earnings gap compounds over time while career growth appears minimal (only 3% from year one to year four). The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48 is reasonable, but that's largely because both debt AND earnings are low.

For a Minnesota family, this program is difficult to recommend when stronger alternatives exist in-state. Community and technical colleges like Century College and Dakota County Technical College deliver significantly better earnings outcomes in the same field. Unless your child has specific constraints that make Rasmussen the only viable option, the substantial earnings disadvantage compared to other Minnesota programs makes this a questionable investment.