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This Remington College program presents a concerning value proposition that warrants serious reconsideration. While graduates earn $24,037 in their first year—slightly below the Tennessee median of $24,696—they're carrying $14,120 in debt, which is nearly 50% higher than both the national and state median of $9,500. This puts the program in the bottom quarter nationally for earnings while ranking among the highest for debt burden.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.59 means graduates will struggle with loan payments that consume a significant portion of their modest income. Even after four years, earnings only grow to $26,469, leaving graduates well behind peers from other Tennessee programs like South College ($28,606) or Ross Medical Education Centers. With 91% of students receiving Pell grants, this program appears to be targeting vulnerable populations while delivering subpar financial outcomes.

The fundamental math doesn't work here: higher-than-average debt paired with below-average earnings creates a financial burden that will persist for years. Given that 35 programs in Tennessee offer this credential, parents should explore alternatives that deliver similar training without the excessive debt load. The robust sample size makes these concerning numbers reliable, not outliers.