Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Western Kentucky University · Bowling Green, KY
$103,023Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$112,455Median earnings 4 years after
$105,170Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
24Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Western Kentucky University earn a median of $103,023 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $120,193 four years after graduating (middle half: $94,642–$149,472).
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Christian University Grayson | $105,037 | $41,000 |
| Eastern Kentucky University Richmond | $104,754 | $54,949 |
| Frontier Nursing University Versailles | $102,871 | $66,638 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $101,465 | $40,975 |
| Spalding University Louisville | $98,154 | $41,000 |
| University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg | $97,899 | $36,462 |
| Bellarmine University Louisville | $92,224 | $41,000 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $68,497 | $55,060 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Western Kentucky University make?
The median salary is $103,023 one year after graduation and $105,170 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.