Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · Fairfield University · Fairfield, CT
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Fairfield University earn a median of $150,046 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 $77,946, about 52% of first-year earnings.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Central Connecticut State University New Britain | $240,887 | — |
| Yale University New Haven | $152,801 | $66,900 |
| Quinnipiac University Hamden | $147,644 | $76,500 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $137,216 | — |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $137,216 | — |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $137,216 | — |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $137,216 | — |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $137,216 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Fairfield University make?
The median salary is $150,046 one year after graduation and $166,662 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $77,946.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.