Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Undergraduate certificate · Hagerstown Community College · Hagerstown, MD
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Hagerstown Community College earn a median of $45,584 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $56,073 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,200–$76,301). Median debt is $9,250, about 20% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants (Undergraduate certificate) at other Maryland schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Wor-Wic Community College Salisbury | $61,298 | $8,750 |
| Howard Community College Columbia | $58,704 | $11,994 |
| Community College of Baltimore County Baltimore | $52,782 | $14,613 |
| Fortis Institute-Towson Towson | $49,956 | $19,000 |
| Allegany College of Maryland Cumberland | $34,814 | $11,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduates from Hagerstown Community College make?
The median salary is $45,584 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.