Nursing at SUNY Broome Community College

Binghamton, NY · Public · Associate Degree · Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

a compact campus enrolling 3,203 students in Binghamton, NY.

Program Analysis

At $76,062 per year, Nursing graduates from SUNY Broome Community College earn slightly above the $69,474 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

The 55.0x 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 $22,251 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

At #597 out of 947 programs, SUNY Broome Community College's financial outcomes for Nursing trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Nursing connects to 4 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.

80 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
75
Low End
80
Score
80
High End
Earnings $76,062/yr (9% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (61% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (292,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$76K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
55.1x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$14,940
Out-of-state: $25,884
Median Debt at Graduation
$22,251
3.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$72,743
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

From day-one roles to senior positions, Nursing careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 80/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Nursing at SUNY Broome Community College?
At 80/100, the score looks reasonable — but Nursing is a high-scoring trade overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.
Should I worry about AI if I study Nursing at SUNY Broome Community College?
With 39% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $795,777 in decade earnings vs $823,214 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
How affordable is Nursing at SUNY Broome Community College?
At $22,251 in median debt, Nursing graduates from SUNY Broome Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.3x is well below the trade program average.
Can I learn Nursing through an apprenticeship instead of SUNY Broome Community College?
Beyond SUNY Broome Community College'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 SUNY Broome Community College find jobs?
At 292,500 annual openings, Nursing has a very large employment base. SUNY Broome Community College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →