Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Associate's degree · Dakota County Technical College · Rosemount, MN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$56,146Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Dakota County Technical College earn a median of $56,146. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $62,755 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,781–$92,271).
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants (Associate's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park | $54,376 | $14,933 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduates from Dakota County Technical College make?
The median salary is $56,146 and $56,146 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.