Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at SABER College

SABER College's nursing program stands out for all the wrong reasons, ranking in just the 10th percentile among Florida's 73 nursing programs. With first-year earnings of $25,871—less than 40% of the state median of $64,718—graduates face a steep climb despite strong earnings growth over four years. Even after that 59% increase, they're still earning $41,231, which falls short of what many Florida nursing graduates make right out of the gate at top programs like Broward College ($72,991) or Valencia College ($70,422).

The debt burden of $25,119 equals nearly a full year's initial salary, creating financial strain during precisely the years when most nursing graduates are building stable careers. The program serves a predominantly low-income student population (83% receive Pell grants), making these outcomes particularly concerning. While the strong earnings growth suggests graduates eventually find better-paying positions, that four-year trajectory means years of financial struggle that most nursing programs help students avoid.

For parents considering this program, the question is stark: why accept bottom-decile Florida earnings when numerous state colleges deliver median starting salaries above $70,000? Unless there are compelling access or location reasons specific to your family, Florida offers dozens of nursing programs with dramatically better return on investment from day one.