Nursing at Albany State University

Albany, GA · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

serving 5,829 students in Albany, GA.

Program Analysis

Albany State University's Nursing graduates start at $79,737/yr — above the $69,474 national average, though not by a wide margin.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 72.6x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Nursing programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Nursing's career paths, with 39% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 3% gap from the optimistic case.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $17,305 in median debt clears fast against $79,737 in annual earnings.

At #411 of 947 Nursing programs, Albany State University scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

There are 4 registered apprenticeship pathways mapped to Nursing, including Home Health Director (median $117,960/yr). Apprenticeships offer an alternative route that combines paid work with structured training.

83 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
78
Low End
83
Score
84
High End
Earnings $79,737/yr (15% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$80K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
72.7x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$11,868
Out-of-state: $33,312
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,305
2.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$70,644
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

See the full career breakdown for Nursing — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Albany State University and 946 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 83/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Nursing at Albany State University?
At 83/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
Should I worry about AI if I study Nursing at Albany State University?
AI exposure of 39% is a real factor. For Albany State University specifically, the gap between optimistic ($862,986) and pessimistic ($834,225) decade earnings reflects that uncertainty.
How affordable is Nursing at Albany State University?
Median debt of just $17,305 against $79,737/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.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Nursing graduates?
The DOL recognizes 4 apprenticeship pathways related to Nursing. For students weighing Albany State University'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?
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 →