Nursing at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College

At $68,897/yr, Nursing graduates from Blue Ridge Community and Technical College land near the $69,474 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 90.1x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 39% task exposure — and the 8% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Nursing graduates.

The median debt load of $18,850 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #349 out of 947 programs, Blue Ridge Community and Technical College's Nursing offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Earnings growth is modest: $68,897 to $77,178 over five years (12% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

Nursing connects to 4 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.