Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · The University of Alabama · Tuscaloosa, AL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at The University of Alabama earn a median of $73,000 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $88,910 four years after graduating (middle half: $67,853–$114,470). Median debt is $20,000, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's degree) at other Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Tuskegee University Tuskegee | $78,874 | $29,500 |
| South University-Montgomery Montgomery | $77,635 | $23,592 |
| Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery | $69,625 | $17,245 |
| University of South Alabama Mobile | $69,447 | $20,000 |
| Jacksonville State University Jacksonville | $68,896 | $15,330 |
| Auburn University Auburn | $67,120 | $20,449 |
| Troy University Troy | $66,344 | $21,625 |
| University of Mobile Mobile | $66,307 | $25,750 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham | $65,173 | $18,000 |
| Samford University Birmingham | $64,226 | $25,000 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville | $63,036 | $20,911 |
| University of North Alabama Florence | $61,137 | $21,761 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from The University of Alabama make?
The median salary is $73,000 one year after graduation and $80,311 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.