Citizens School of Nursing ★ Hidden gem
Tarentum, Pennsylvania · Private, nonprofit · 152 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Pennsylvania high-school graduate (about $36,498/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $26,654 |
| $48k to $75k | $26,196 |
| $75k to $110k | $29,578 |
| $110k and up | $29,252 |
| All families (average) | $28,480 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $70,838 | +$34,340 | clears the bar | $16,000 | 0.5 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 42% of students receive Pell grants · 60% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.