Nursing at Clovis Community College

Clovis, NM · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

with a smaller student body of 1,221 in Clovis, NM.

Program Analysis

At $73,387 per year, Nursing graduates from Clovis Community College earn slightly above the $69,474 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 262.5x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Nursing programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Nursing's career paths, with 39% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 1% gap from the optimistic case.

The median debt load of $9,750 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #53 of 947 programs, Clovis Community College's Nursing program falls in the top 10%, outperforming most peers on financial outcomes.

Five-year earnings of $76,895 are relatively flat compared to the $73,387 starting salary — typical of trades with stable but capped salary bands.

There are 4 registered apprenticeship pathways mapped to Nursing, including Home Health Director (median $117,960/yr). Apprenticeships offer an alternative route that combines paid work with structured training.

90 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
84
Low End
90
Score
91
High End
Earnings $73,387/yr (6% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$774K
1.2% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
262.9x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$2,944
Out-of-state: $6,448
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,750
1.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$76,895
5% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Nursing graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Nurse anesthetists $223,210 +8.6% 83%
Nurse practitioners $129,210 +40.1% 52%
Nurse midwives $128,790 +11.1% 61%
Nurse anesthetists
$223,210
+8.6% growth 83% AI-proof
Nurse practitioners
$129,210
+40.1% growth 52% AI-proof
Nurse midwives
$128,790
+11.1% growth 61% AI-proof

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Nursing Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Nursing careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 90/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Nursing at Clovis Community College?
At 90/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
What's the AI risk for Nursing graduates from Clovis Community College?
AI exposure of 39% is a real factor. For Clovis Community College specifically, the gap between optimistic ($773,888) and pessimistic ($767,791) decade earnings reflects that uncertainty.
How affordable is Nursing at Clovis Community College?
At $9,750 in median debt, Nursing graduates from Clovis Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.1x is well below the trade program average.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Nursing program at Clovis Community College?
If Clovis Community College's tuition gives you pause, consider that 4 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Nursing. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
Is there demand for Nursing workers?
The very large job market (292,500 annual openings) works in favor of Nursing graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →