Nursing at Robeson Community College

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

a smaller institution with 1,454 students in Lumberton, NC.

Program Analysis

Robeson Community College's Nursing graduates start at $77,475/yr — above the $69,474 national average, though not by a wide margin.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 162.8x 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.

Ranked #61 of 947 programs, Robeson Community College's Nursing program falls in the top 10%, outperforming most peers on financial outcomes.

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.

90 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
84
Low End
90
Score
90
High End
Earnings $77,475/yr (12% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$77K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
163.1x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$5,142
Out-of-state: $17,430
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$67,249
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

What can you do with a Nursing credential from Robeson Community College? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 90/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Nursing at Robeson Community College?
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 Robeson Community College, 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 Robeson Community College?
The DOL recognizes 4 apprenticeship pathways related to Nursing. For students weighing Robeson Community College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
What's the job market like for Nursing from Robeson Community College?
Job availability for Nursing is strong — 292,500 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Robeson Community College graduates specifically, local market conditions in NC may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →