Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland worth it?
Pay $39,762/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $34,657 ten years out — about 0.9× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: D.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland vs Ohio avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Ohio college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland | Ohio avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▼ $39,762 | $19,055 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▼ $34,657 | $50,599 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▲ $9,500 | $21,844 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | — | 47.3% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | ▲ 100% | 72.8% | 72.3% |
Hidden cost
What you actually pay, by family income
Net price after grants and scholarships changes a lot depending on family income. Find your bracket.
Total cost
4-year cost projection
Estimated net price each year through graduation, assuming a typical 3% annual tuition increase.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $184,428 over four years. Most students get $6,345/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $9,500 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 27% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're well below that threshold.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland grad earns about -$413,720 more than a high school graduate (assuming HS median ≈ $45k/yr, BLS).
Caveat: this is a population median, not a guarantee. Actual outcomes vary widely by major, career path, and individual choices. We're showing the median to set realistic expectations.
The verdict
What the numbers say about Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland
The average student at Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland pays $39,762 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $46,107 published sticker price. That is above the OH average net price of $19,055.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $34,657 — below the OH median of $50,599. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as a standard return.
Typical graduates borrow about $9,500, roughly $103 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a manageable load at about 27% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
Cheaper Ohio colleges with comparable outcomes
Same state, at least 20% lower net price, with earnings within reach of Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland.
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Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $39,762 per year. That's $6,345/yr in financial aid against the $46,107 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $159,048.
How much do Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland graduates earn a median of $34,657 per year — below the national average of $50,834. That's about 0.9× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $9,500 — about $103/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 89% of students take federal loans.
Is Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland a value grade of D — top 99% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $39,762/yr, earn $34,657/yr ten years out, ROI score of 2.18. Standard Return.
What financial aid is available at Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland?
69.5% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 89% take federal student loans. On average, students get $6,345 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland?
In-state tuition is $23,760 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $23,760 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. See the chart below for all five income bands.
How we calculate ROI
Every number on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI score = (median earnings 10 years out × 10) / (avg net price × 4). The higher the ratio, the more graduates earn per dollar invested. We then percentile-rank every US college on that score to assign letter grades A+ through D. Read the full methodology →