Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Georgia Highlands College · Rome, GA
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Georgia Highlands College earn a median of $74,476 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,813 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,109–$103,839). Median debt is $11,750, about 16% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Chattahoochee Technical College Marietta | $86,454 | — |
| West Georgia Technical College Waco | $83,943 | $15,995 |
| Albany State University Albany | $79,737 | $17,305 |
| Southern Crescent Technical College Griffin | $77,547 | $12,000 |
| Georgia State University-Perimeter College Atlanta | $73,883 | $21,000 |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $73,883 | $21,000 |
| Athens Technical College Athens | $72,823 | — |
| Columbus Technical College Columbus | $72,650 | — |
| Middle Georgia State University Macon | $72,111 | $17,699 |
| Gwinnett Technical College Lawrenceville | $71,917 | $21,000 |
| Oconee Fall Line Technical College Sandersville | $71,239 | — |
| Atlanta Technical College Atlanta | $71,054 | $13,691 |
| South Georgia State College Douglas | $69,981 | $13,622 |
| Southern Regional Technical College Thomasville | $69,971 | — |
| Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Valdosta | $69,235 | — |
Other programs at Georgia Highlands College
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$83,986 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesBachelor's degree
$40,393 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's degree
$28,403 - Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$68,347 - Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$64,541
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Georgia Highlands College make?
The median salary is $74,476 one year after graduation and $75,652 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,750.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.