Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · Walden University · Minneapolis, MN
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Walden University earn a median of $124,133 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 $94,982, about 77% of first-year earnings.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester | $189,790 | $105,117 |
| Capella University Minneapolis | $125,356 | $62,201 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $124,788 | $75,166 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $117,039 | $58,212 |
| The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth | $114,210 | $58,685 |
| Winona State University Winona | $111,705 | $44,750 |
| St Catherine University Saint Paul | $110,870 | $50,013 |
| Metropolitan State University Saint Paul | $100,485 | $76,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Walden University make?
The median salary is $124,133 one year after graduation and $129,689 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $94,982.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.