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Nursing at Jackson College

Jackson, MI · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

a compact campus enrolling 3,563 students in Jackson, MI.

Program Analysis

Jackson College's Nursing graduates start at $75,953/yr — above the $69,474 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 58.3x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 3% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Nursing career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $18,502 in median debt clears fast against $75,953 in annual earnings.

A #584 ranking among 947 Nursing programs places Jackson College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

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

TradeSchoolOutlook Score

Low End

Score

High End

Earnings $75,953/yr (9% vs median)

AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)

Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings

$76K

Reported median after graduation

Earnings Multiple (In-State)

58.4x

10-year earnings ÷ tuition

Viable Career Paths

6 of 6

Occupations with strong AI resilience

Program Tuition (In-State)

$14,080

Out-of-state: $19,590

Median Debt at Graduation

$18,502

2.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$73,339

Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

What can you do with a Nursing credential from Jackson College? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 80/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Nursing at Jackson College?

At 80/100, the score looks reasonable — but Nursing is a high-scoring trade overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study Nursing at Jackson College?

The 39% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — Jackson College graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

How affordable is Nursing at Jackson College?

Median debt of just $18,502 against $75,953/yr in starting salary means graduates can clear their loans in under 3 months. This is one of the more affordable paths in our dataset.

Are there apprenticeship options for Nursing?

There are 4 registered apprenticeships connected to Nursing occupations, such as Home Health Director and Long Term Care Nurse Management. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.

What's the job market like for Nursing from Jackson College?

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 →