Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · Western Connecticut State University · Danbury, CT
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Western Connecticut State University earn a median of $86,600 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 $26,000, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Hartford West Hartford | $106,348 | $22,900 |
| Fairfield University Fairfield | $91,418 | $25,000 |
| Sacred Heart University Fairfield | $90,830 | $27,000 |
| University of Bridgeport Bridgeport | $89,752 | $22,125 |
| Goodwin University East Hartford | $89,747 | $41,378 |
| Southern Connecticut State University New Haven | $87,795 | $19,000 |
| University of Saint Joseph West Hartford | $86,555 | $27,000 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $84,969 | $20,313 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $84,969 | $20,313 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $84,969 | $20,313 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $84,969 | $20,313 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $84,969 | $20,313 |
| Quinnipiac University Hamden | $84,856 | $26,874 |
| Central Connecticut State University New Britain | $83,012 | $25,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Western Connecticut State University make?
The median salary is $86,600 one year after graduation and $93,863 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.