Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Auburn University · Auburn, AL
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Auburn University earn a median of $100,573 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $120,193 four years after graduating (middle half: $94,642–$149,472). Median debt is $46,567, about 46% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's degree) at other Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Samford University Birmingham | $156,772 | $110,952 |
| University of South Alabama Mobile | $104,698 | $51,673 |
| University of Mobile Mobile | $103,794 | $27,700 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham | $103,147 | $41,000 |
| Herzing University-Birmingham Birmingham | $103,068 | $40,934 |
| South University-Montgomery Montgomery | $102,397 | $59,405 |
| Troy University Troy | $98,805 | $41,000 |
| The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa | $94,911 | $29,740 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville | $93,529 | $28,500 |
| Jacksonville State University Jacksonville | $80,009 | $44,321 |
| University of North Alabama Florence | $77,761 | $20,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Auburn University make?
The median salary is $100,573 one year after graduation and $113,998 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $46,567.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.