Program Analysis
At $78,572/yr, Nursing graduates from Palm Beach State College land near the $75,273 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.
With a 69.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.
The 13% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Nursing career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.
The median debt load of $10,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.
A #459 ranking among 990 Nursing programs places Palm Beach State College in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.