Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $66,628 track close to the $75,273 national median for Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.
The 4.1x 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 9% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
At $27,617 in median debt against $66,628 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.
At #869 out of 990 programs, University of Dubuque's financial outcomes for Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth is modest: $66,628 to $67,829 over five years (2% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.