Nursing at National Park College

Hot Springs, AR · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

a smaller institution with 1,706 students in Hot Springs, AR.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $67,783 track close to the $69,474 national median for Nursing programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

The 65.4x 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 3% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Nursing graduates.

At $15,250 in median debt against $67,783 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

At #529 out of 947 programs, National Park College's financial outcomes for Nursing trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

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

81 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
76
Low End
81
Score
81
High End
Earnings $67,783/yr (-2% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$68K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
65.5x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$11,200
Out-of-state: $14,560
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,250
2.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$64,558
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does National Park College's Nursing program score?
At 81/100, 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.
Will AI affect Nursing careers?
The 39% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — National Park College graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
What's the typical debt for Nursing graduates from National Park College?
At $15,250 in median debt, Nursing graduates from National Park College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Can I learn Nursing through an apprenticeship instead of National Park College?
Beyond National Park College's classroom route, 4 registered apprenticeships map to Nursing careers — including Home Health Director. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Will Nursing graduates from National Park College find jobs?
Job availability for Nursing is strong — 292,500 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For National Park College graduates specifically, local market conditions in AR may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →