Program Analysis
At $95,859 per year, Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration graduates from West Coast University-Orange County significantly outpace the $75,273 national average for this major, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.
The 11.5x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. By pure financial math, this is a standout.
AI risk is moderate — 39% task exposure — and the 16% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The median debt load of $34,145 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.
Ranked #293 out of 990 programs, West Coast University-Orange County's Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth is modest: $95,859 to $110,377 over five years (15% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.