Orleans Niagara BOCES-Practical Nursing Program ★ Hidden gem
Lockport, New York · Public · 30 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical New York high-school graduate (about $35,746/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $18,371 |
| All families (average) | $18,371 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $51,143 | +$15,397 | clears the bar | $12,568 | 0.8 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 83% of students receive Pell grants · 100% 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.