Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Pikes Peak State College · Colorado Springs, CO
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Pikes Peak State College earn a median of $72,869 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 $12,946, about 18% 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 |
| Arapahoe Community College Littleton | $73,926 | $18,250 |
| 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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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Pikes Peak State College make?
The median salary is $72,869 one year after graduation and $74,777 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,946.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.