Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · Grand Canyon University · Phoenix, AZ
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Grand Canyon University earn a median of $132,852 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 $43,000, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Arizona schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona Tucson | $123,989 | $74,625 |
| University of Phoenix-Arizona Phoenix | $123,168 | $66,759 |
| Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe | $115,411 | $89,135 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Grand Canyon University make?
The median salary is $132,852 one year after graduation and $141,899 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $43,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.