Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · Western Kentucky University · Bowling Green, KY
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Western Kentucky University earn a median of $100,103 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 $55,511, about 55% of first-year earnings.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Murray State University Murray | $185,872 | $92,445 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $138,264 | $63,614 |
| Frontier Nursing University Versailles | $122,897 | $72,973 |
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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 $100,103 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $55,511.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.