Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Arkansas Tech University · Russellville, AR
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Arkansas Tech University earn a median of $67,063 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 $20,800, about 31% 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 |
| Jefferson Regional School of Nursing Pine Bluff | $67,010 | $14,000 |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $66,420 | $16,975 |
| 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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$41,966
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Arkansas Tech University make?
The median salary is $67,063 one year after graduation and $71,435 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,800.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.