Compare 9 Nursing Science. programs in Colorado. Average earnings: $69,454.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Nursing Science tells a different story. Across 9 programs, earnings range from $65,617 to $74,053—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Colorado Christian University's Nursing Science program leads with graduates earning $74,053, followed closely by Regis University at $73,450. The $8,436 gap between top and bottom programs proves that prestige assumptions miss the mark—outcomes depend on program-specific factors, not institutional brand recognition.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Colorado Colorado Springs graduates borrow $20,000 and face just a 5.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, Metropolitan State University of Denver leads with a 10.6% family burden, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $74,053
Strong outcomes ($73,450) with 87% acceptance
5.9% payment burden | Excellent
10.6% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $74,053 | 65 | $28,312 | Excellent | $15,000 | Manageable | |
| #2 | Regis UniversityPrivate | $73,450 | 271 | $25,000 | Excellent | $17,700 | Manageable |
| #3 | $70,699 | 114 | $21,500 | Excellent | $13,743 | Good | |
| #4 | Colorado Mesa UniversityPublic | $69,568 | 175 | $22,000 | Excellent | $18,879 | Manageable |
| #5 | $69,329 | 196 | $20,000 | Excellent | $21,710 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $68,315 | 111 | $21,500 | Excellent | $14,786 | Good | |
| #7 | $68,051 | 300 | $20,500 | Excellent | $21,716 | Manageable | |
| #8 | $66,000 | 193 | $20,470 | Excellent | $22,566 | Manageable | |
| #9 | Adams State UniversityPublic | $65,617 | 12 | $19,500 | Excellent | $18,058 | Manageable |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
