Nursing at Tulsa Community College

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

enrolling 11,397 students in Tulsa, OK.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $68,544/yr, roughly in line with the $69,474 national median for Nursing. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

The 102.2x 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 7% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Nursing graduates.

With first-year pay of $68,544 far exceeding the $17,064 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #265 out of 947 programs, Tulsa Community College's Nursing offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Earnings growth is modest: $68,544 to $76,047 over five years (11% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

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

86 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
80
Low End
86
Score
86
High End
Earnings $68,544/yr (-1% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$773K
2.6% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
102.5x
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)
$7,536
Out-of-state: $19,440
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,064
3.0 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$76,047
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

View all 6 career paths with full salary data →

Nursing Career Guide

Nursing opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Nursing at Tulsa Community College?
This program scores 86/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Nursing nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, hands-on AI resilience, and solid financial return.
Will AI affect Nursing careers?
With 39% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $717,121 in decade earnings vs $772,553 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
What's the typical debt for Nursing graduates from Tulsa Community College?
At $17,064 in median debt, Nursing graduates from Tulsa Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Nursing program at Tulsa Community College?
Yes — 4 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Nursing career paths, including Home Health Director. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Tulsa Community College.
How many job openings are there for Nursing graduates?
With approximately 292,500 annual openings across mapped careers, Nursing offers a very large employment pool. Tulsa Community College graduates enter a market shaped by an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →