Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Associate's degree · Southern Union State Community College · Wadley, AL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$73,863Median earnings 4 years after
$60,505Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at Southern Union State Community College earn a median of $73,863. 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 Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal Alabama Community College Bay Minette | $63,125 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduates from Southern Union State Community College make?
The median salary is $73,863 and $60,505 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.