Compare 7 Nursing Science. programs in New Hampshire. Average earnings: $76,456.
Nursing Science programs produce graduates earning between $69,745 and $91,236—a $21K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 7 ranked programs in New Hampshire, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Franklin Pierce University's Nursing Science program leads with graduates earning $91,236, well above the state average of $76,456. Saint Anselm College follows at $78,082, while Keene State College delivers $76,195. These results show that smaller, regional programs can outperform expectations when evaluated on actual outcomes rather than brand recognition.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Franklin Pierce graduates borrow $27,000 and face just a 5.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families including parent loans, Rivier University leads with a 14.6% family burden, proving that the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Franklin Pierce UniversityPrivate | $91,236 | 25 | $27,000 | Excellent | $40,638 | Manageable |
| #2 | Saint Anselm CollegePrivate | $78,082 | 91 | $27,000 | Excellent | $59,736 | Challenging |
| #3 | Keene State CollegePublic | $76,195 | 13 | $25,749 | Excellent | $37,874 | Manageable |
| #4 | Colby-Sawyer CollegePrivate | $74,856 | 43 | $27,000 | Excellent | $38,135 | Challenging |
| #5 | Rivier UniversityPrivate | $73,734 | 149 | $26,956 | Excellent | $23,985 | Manageable |
| #6 | $71,346 | 67 | $26,814 | Excellent | $36,545 | Challenging | |
| #7 | $69,745 | 10 | $26,000 | Excellent | $27,431 | 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 →
