D
Below Average
Score: 43/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
81/100 · earnings-weighted

UPMC Jameson School of Nursing

2-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 New Castle, Pennsylvania 16105
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 57%
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
F
31/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
C
45/100
Prestige
F
24/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

332
Total Enrollment
57%
Graduation Rate
55%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
74%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at UPMC Jameson School of Nursing, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$70,472
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$61,166
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
60%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
49.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 17% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 97th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at UPMC Jameson School of Nursing

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$60,007$71,243-11%#46 of 59#45$15,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The UPMC Jameson School of Nursing Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $219,754
  • Avg rent near campus: $876/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 16102 (6.5% cap, New Castle)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $13,498 $13,498

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
82%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 113 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from UPMC Jameson School of Nursing's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

332
Total Students
88%
Women
29%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 59%
Hispanic 5%
Black 13%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 76%
Hybrid (Some Online) 21%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 29%
25-64 (Adult) 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at UPMC Jameson School of Nursing?
UPMC Jameson School of Nursing has an acceptance rate of 74%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend UPMC Jameson School of Nursing?
Tuition at UPMC Jameson School of Nursing is $13,498 for in-state students and $13,498 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at UPMC Jameson School of Nursing?
The graduation rate at UPMC Jameson School of Nursing is 57%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is UPMC Jameson School of Nursing a good school?
UPMC Jameson School of Nursing has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend UPMC Jameson School of Nursing?
UPMC Jameson School of Nursing has a total enrollment of 332 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology