Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · University of Arkansas-Fort Smith · Fort Smith, AR
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith earn a median of $69,618 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $88,910 four years after graduating (middle half: $67,853–$114,470). Median debt is $20,413, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $78,898 | $20,000 |
| Arkansas State University Jonesboro | $73,423 | $21,222 |
| Henderson State University Arkadelphia | $72,326 | $15,286 |
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $72,043 | $19,500 |
| University of Central Arkansas Conway | $70,636 | $19,250 |
| Harding University Searcy | $69,743 | $29,000 |
| Arkansas Tech University Russellville | $68,794 | $17,650 |
| John Brown University Siloam Springs | $67,343 | $29,000 |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Little Rock | $67,337 | $14,000 |
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff | $67,231 | — |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $67,213 | $19,500 |
| University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello | $63,323 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from University of Arkansas-Fort Smith make?
The median salary is $69,618 one year after graduation and $73,763 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,413.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.