Galen College of Nursing-ARH ★ Hidden gem
Hazard, Kentucky · Private, for-profit · 350 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Kentucky high-school graduate (about $35,424/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $22,159 |
| $30k to $48k | $19,327 |
| $48k to $75k | $16,628 |
| $75k to $110k | $22,001 |
| All families (average) | $21,164 |
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 | Associate's Degree | $80,988 | +$45,564 | clears the bar | $24,808 | 0.5 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 78% of students receive Pell grants · 63% 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.