Practical Nursing at Herzing University-Kenosha

Kenosha, WI · Private nonprofit · Certificate · Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

A 89% acceptance rate means Herzing University-Kenosha is accessible to most applicants, a compact campus enrolling 543 students in Kenosha, WI.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $47,310 at Herzing University-Kenosha come in 7% above the national median of $44,151 for Practical Nursing programs.

With a 53.3x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

Career paths for Practical Nursing carry above-average AI exposure (18% of tasks). The 32% scenario spread means the difference between optimistic and pessimistic outcomes is substantial.

With first-year pay of $47,310 far exceeding the $14,375 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #247 ranking among 703 Practical Nursing programs places Herzing University-Kenosha in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 42% earnings increase from $47,310 to $67,146 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

For students considering alternatives, 2 registered apprenticeship programs align with Practical Nursing careers — offering paid training instead of tuition costs.

72 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
68
Low End
72
Score
73
High End
Earnings $47,310/yr (7% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (82% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (258,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$724K
9.2% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
53.9x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
2 of 2
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

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

Program Tuition
$13,420
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,375
3.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$67,146
42% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Practical Nursing graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses $62,340 +2.6% 75%
Nursing assistants $39,530 +2.3% 90%
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62,340
+2.6% growth 75% AI-proof
Nursing assistants
$39,530
+2.3% growth 90% AI-proof

Practical Nursing Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Practical 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 72/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Practical Nursing at Herzing University-Kenosha?
At 72/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
Will AI replace Practical Nursing jobs?
For Herzing University-Kenosha graduates, AI risk is minimal. Practical Nursing rated "AI-Proof" — 82% of the work involves hands-on skills that current AI simply can't perform.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Practical Nursing graduates?
The DOL recognizes 2 apprenticeship pathways related to Practical Nursing. For students weighing Herzing University-Kenosha's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for Practical Nursing workers?
Job availability for Practical Nursing is strong — 258,500 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Herzing University-Kenosha graduates specifically, local market conditions in WI may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →