Program Analysis
At $77,288/yr, Nursing graduates from Duke University land near the $75,273 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.
An earnings multiple of 3.0x means the program roughly breaks even in financial terms over ten years. Non-financial factors need to justify the investment.
AI risk is moderate — 39% task exposure — and the 12% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The median debt load of $18,750 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.
At #825 out of 990 programs, Duke University's financial outcomes for Nursing trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth is modest: $77,288 to $82,377 over five years (7% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.