Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island

Starting at $30,800, St Paul's School of Nursing graduates earn below both state and national medians for allied health programs—trailing the New York average by about $2,000 and sitting in just the 23rd percentile nationally. In a state where community colleges like Orange County ($51,727) and CUNY Kingsborough ($45,361) consistently place graduates above $40,000, this program lags considerably. The silver lining is reasonable debt at $19,165 and solid earnings momentum: by year four, graduates reach $37,385, which narrows but doesn't close the gap.

The question for parents is whether this trajectory justifies the investment when stronger alternatives exist at comparable cost. Nearly half of students here receive Pell grants, suggesting the program serves working families who need value most. The debt burden itself isn't crushing—you're looking at manageable monthly payments—but the opportunity cost matters. If your child can access one of New York's higher-performing community college programs, they could start $10,000-$20,000 ahead without taking on more debt.

This program works for students who need the convenience of Staten Island's location or value St Paul's specific clinical partnerships, but shouldn't be chosen purely on outcomes. Compare carefully against local CUNY options and community colleges before committing.