Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Arapahoe Community College · Littleton, CO
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Arapahoe Community College earn a median of $73,926 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,813 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,109–$103,839). Median debt is $18,250, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Colorado schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Community College Fort Morgan | $76,759 | $9,598 |
| Front Range Community College Westminster | $76,014 | $20,000 |
| Otero College La Junta | $74,179 | $17,592 |
| Pikes Peak State College Colorado Springs | $72,869 | $12,946 |
| Pueblo Community College Pueblo | $72,520 | $14,250 |
| Concorde Career College-Aurora Aurora | $70,663 | $20,000 |
| Denver College of Nursing Denver | $70,197 | $20,996 |
| Colorado Northwestern Community College Rangely | $70,087 | $17,488 |
| Northeastern Junior College Sterling | $68,853 | $19,500 |
| Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs | $68,039 | $9,000 |
| Trinidad State College Trinidad | $66,009 | $13,800 |
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$73,287
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Arapahoe Community College make?
The median salary is $73,926 one year after graduation and $82,903 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.