Program Analysis
Graduates of Pace University's Nursing program earn $107,433/yr in their first year — 43% above the $75,273 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.
At 5.1x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.
AI risk is moderate — 39% task exposure — and the 16% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
At $21,500 in median debt against $107,433 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.
At #514 out of 990 programs, Pace University's financial outcomes for Nursing trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth is modest: $107,433 to $113,091 over five years (5% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.