Program Analysis
At $76,302/yr, Nursing graduates from Elmira College land near the $75,273 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.
The 4.9x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 39% task exposure — and the 11% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The median debt load of $27,000 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.
At #686 out of 990 programs, Elmira College's financial outcomes for Nursing trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth is modest: $76,302 to $77,681 over five years (2% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.