Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

First professional degree · University of Kentucky · Lexington, KY

CIP 51.38

$117,024Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$119,485Median earnings 4 years after

$110,979Median earnings 5 years after

$53,600Median federal debt

35Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of Kentucky earn a median of $117,024 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $133,099 four years after graduating (middle half: $107,508–$174,772). Median debt is $53,600, about 46% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from University of Kentucky make?

The median salary is $117,024 one year after graduation and $110,979 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $53,600.

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