Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · University of South Alabama · Mobile, AL
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of South Alabama earn a median of $127,618 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $138,131 four years after graduating (middle half: $106,294–$185,434). Median debt is $71,336, about 56% of first-year earnings.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa | $142,144 | $35,680 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham | $125,952 | $48,950 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville | $124,924 | $34,361 |
| Samford University Birmingham | $107,827 | $42,973 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from University of South Alabama make?
The median salary is $127,618 one year after graduation and $124,791 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $71,336.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.