Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

Undergraduate certificate · Vermont State University · Randolph, VT

CIP 51.39

$51,608Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$72,235Median earnings 4 years after

$64,138Median earnings 5 years after

$9,500Median federal debt

145Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Vermont State University earn a median of $51,608 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 $9,500, about 18% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduates from Vermont State University make?

The median salary is $51,608 one year after graduation and $64,138 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.