Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Undergraduate certificate · Williston State College · Williston, ND
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Williston State College earn a median of $72,475. 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 $12,250, about 17% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants (Undergraduate certificate) at other North Dakota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Bismarck State College Bismarck | $61,629 | $10,500 |
| Dakota College at Bottineau Bottineau | $60,969 | $10,500 |
| Rasmussen University-North Dakota Fargo | $45,271 | $14,167 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduates from Williston State College make?
The median salary is $72,475 and $59,469 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.