Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · University of Arkansas at Little Rock · Little Rock, AR
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of Arkansas at Little Rock earn a median of $66,420 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,813 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,109–$103,839). Median debt is $16,975, about 26% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas Helena | $78,213 | — |
| Arkansas State University-Newport Newport | $74,682 | $11,102 |
| Arkansas State University Jonesboro | $70,358 | $15,750 |
| Arkansas Northeastern College Blytheville | $70,131 | — |
| Baptist Health College Little Rock Little Rock | $68,834 | $12,415 |
| National Park College Hot Springs | $67,783 | $15,250 |
| University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton Morrilton | $67,748 | $13,750 |
| NorthWest Arkansas Community College Bentonville | $67,192 | $13,938 |
| Arkansas Tech University Russellville | $67,063 | $20,800 |
| Jefferson Regional School of Nursing Pine Bluff | $67,010 | $14,000 |
| Black River Technical College Pocahontas | $65,660 | $12,931 |
| University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College Forrest City | $64,932 | $7,100 |
| University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville Batesville | $64,187 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas State University-Mountain Home Mountain Home | $62,518 | $14,919 |
| Ozarka College Melbourne | $60,148 | $9,384 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from University of Arkansas at Little Rock make?
The median salary is $66,420 one year after graduation and $74,778 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,975.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.