Students are often asked how much money they earn as a student nurse, and the answer is usually “Not enough.”

As someone who has been through nursing school and earned a degree in the field, I can tell you that this is true! But on the bright side, it does get better once you graduate. The average salary for a student nurse with no experience is about $35K/year (and this will vary depending on where you live), though if you’re just starting out then you may be making closer to minimum wage or even less than that.

How much does a student nurse earn in Namibia?

As a student nurse, you can expect to be paid well. At the beginning of your career, you will earn more than most individuals in the same job. As your career progresses and you become more experienced, however, your pay will likely reduce slightly as it may be harder for employers to justify paying you extra when they have other employees who have been working in their field for longer than you have.

A typical student nurse’s salary ranges from N$1 600 to N$2 800 per month (approximately US$125–200). Student nurses are also generally given accommodation during their placement at hospitals or universities so they only need to worry about living expenses such as food and transportation (public transport is generally inexpensive).