Nursing at Rose State College

Midwest City, OK · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

a smaller institution with 4,546 students in Midwest City, OK.

Program Analysis

Rose State College's Nursing graduates start at $76,453/yr — above the $69,474 national average, though not by a wide margin.

The 82.1x 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.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $9,000 in median debt clears fast against $76,453 in annual earnings.

Ranked #389 out of 947 programs, Rose State College's Nursing offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

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

84 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
79
Low End
84
Score
85
High End
Earnings $76,453/yr (10% 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)
82.2x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$10,064
Out-of-state: $22,818
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,000
1.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$73,996
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

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 84/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Nursing at Rose State College?
At 84/100, 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 Rose State College?
Our scenarios model 39% of Nursing tasks as AI-exposed. That doesn't mean job loss — it means role evolution. Rose State College's 84/100 score weights this risk into the overall assessment.
How affordable is Nursing at Rose State College?
At $9,000 in median debt, Nursing graduates from Rose State College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.1x is well below the trade program average.
Are there apprenticeship options for Nursing?
The DOL recognizes 4 apprenticeship pathways related to Nursing. For students weighing Rose State College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How many job openings are there for Nursing graduates?
Job availability for Nursing is strong — 292,500 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Rose State College graduates specifically, local market conditions in OK may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →