Practical Nursing at Fortis College-Columbus

At $49,956 per year, Practical Nursing graduates from Fortis College-Columbus earn slightly above the $44,151 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

The 37.6x 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.

With only 18% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 2%. Career paths for Practical Nursing are among the more automation-resistant trades we analyze.

The median debt load of $19,000 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #342 out of 703 programs, Fortis College-Columbus's Practical Nursing offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Earnings growth is modest: $49,956 to $52,884 over five years (6% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

Practical Nursing connects to 2 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.