Nursing at Sinclair Community College

Dayton, OH · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

serving 12,585 students in Dayton, OH.

Program Analysis

At $69,403/yr, Nursing graduates from Sinclair Community College land near the $69,474 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 109.1x 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 3% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Nursing graduates.

The median debt load of $16,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #263 out of 947 programs, Sinclair Community College's Nursing offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

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
81
Low End
86
Score
87
High End
Earnings $69,403/yr (-0% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$69K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
109.3x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$6,870
Out-of-state: $16,632
Median Debt at Graduation
$16,500
2.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$68,837
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 Sinclair Community College? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Nursing at Sinclair Community College?
A score of 86/100 indicates strong financial outcomes. Sinclair Community College's Nursing graduates fare well on earnings, job market size, and return on investment.
How vulnerable is Nursing to AI automation?
The 39% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — Sinclair Community College graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
What's the typical debt for Nursing graduates from Sinclair Community College?
At $16,500 in median debt, Nursing graduates from Sinclair Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Can I learn Nursing through an apprenticeship instead of Sinclair Community College?
There are 4 registered apprenticeships connected to Nursing occupations, such as Home Health Director and Long Term Care Nurse Management. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
Will Nursing graduates from Sinclair Community College find jobs?
With approximately 292,500 annual openings across mapped careers, Nursing offers a very large employment pool. Sinclair 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 →