Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing ★ Hidden gem
Billerica, Massachusetts · Public · 37 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Massachusetts high-school graduate (about $41,044/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $33,187 |
| $30k to $48k | $35,869 |
| $110k and up | $38,717 |
| All families (average) | $35,126 |
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 | $76,747 | +$35,703 | clears the bar | $7,076 | 0.2 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 54% of students receive Pell grants · 80% 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.