Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Universidad del Sagrado Corazon

This nursing program exists at the intersection of Puerto Rico's economic reality and mainland benchmarks, and for in-territory students, it's actually a strong performer. While the $26,761 first-year earnings sits dramatically below the $68,409 national median—reflecting Puerto Rico's lower cost of living and wage structure—this program ranks in the 95th percentile among Puerto Rico's 32 nursing programs. The $15,750 debt burden is manageable at a 0.59 debt-to-earnings ratio, though families should note it's higher than the island's $10,584 median.

The context matters enormously here: Universidad del Sagrado Corazón serves a predominantly Pell-eligible population (71%) and delivers earnings outcomes that beat nearly all competing programs in Puerto Rico. The top-earning EDP University programs reach about $31,800, but graduates from Sagrado Corazón are already outperforming most alternatives while carrying moderate debt. For families planning to stay in Puerto Rico, where the median nursing program produces just $16,905 in first-year earnings, this represents a practical pathway into a stable healthcare career.

The caveat is clear: students considering mainland opportunities will face stark wage differences. But for Puerto Rico residents seeking affordable nursing education with strong local outcomes, this program delivers competitive value in its market. The debt load is reasonable enough to service on Puerto Rican wages, and the program's ranking suggests effective job placement within the territory's healthcare system.