Nursing at Cochise County Community College District

Sierra Vista, AZ · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

a compact campus enrolling 3,007 students in Sierra Vista, AZ.

Program Analysis

At $69,412/yr, Nursing graduates from Cochise County Community College District land near the $69,474 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 174.7x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 7% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Nursing career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

At #73 of 947 programs, this Nursing program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

The limited growth from $69,412 to $76,981 over five years suggests earnings in this trade plateau relatively early in one's career.

For students considering alternatives, 4 registered apprenticeship programs align with Nursing careers — offering paid training instead of tuition costs.

89 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
83
Low End
89
Score
90
High End
Earnings $69,412/yr (-0% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$782K
2.6% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
175.2x
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)
$4,464
Out-of-state: $12,000
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$76,981
11% 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 89/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Nursing at Cochise County Community College District?
At 89/100, 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 Cochise County Community College District?
AI won't eliminate Nursing careers, but it may reshape them. At Cochise County Community College District, a score of 89/100 already accounts for the 39% task exposure — the ROI calculation factors in reduced employment probability.
Are there apprenticeship options for Nursing?
If Cochise County Community College District'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.
Will Nursing graduates from Cochise County Community College District find jobs?
With approximately 292,500 annual openings across mapped careers, Nursing offers a very large employment pool. Cochise County Community College District graduates enter a market shaped by an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →