Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Doctoral degree · George Washington University · Washington, DC

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$129,600Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$125,247Median earnings 4 years after
$140,883Median earnings 5 years after
$61,789Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at George Washington University earn a median of $129,600 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 $61,789, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Georgetown University
Washington
$197,197$212,494
The Catholic University of America
Washington
$133,420—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from George Washington University make?

The median salary is $129,600 one year after graduation and $140,883 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $61,789.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.