Nursing at College of the Albemarle

Elizabeth City, NC · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

a smaller institution with 1,271 students in Elizabeth City, NC.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $72,750/yr, roughly in line with the $69,474 national median for Nursing. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 174.7x 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.

At #59 of 947 programs, this Nursing program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

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

90 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
84
Low End
90
Score
90
High End
Earnings $72,750/yr (5% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$73K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
175.0x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$4,498
Out-of-state: $14,444
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$63,295
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

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Nursing at College of the Albemarle?
At 90/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
Will AI affect Nursing careers?
AI won't eliminate Nursing careers, but it may reshape them. At College of the Albemarle, a score of 90/100 already accounts for the 39% task exposure — the ROI calculation factors in reduced employment probability.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Nursing program at College of the Albemarle?
Beyond College of the Albemarle'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 College of the Albemarle find jobs?
Job availability for Nursing is strong — 292,500 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For College of the Albemarle graduates specifically, local market conditions in NC may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →