Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · McNeese State University · Lake Charles, LA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at McNeese State University earn a median of $112,712 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). Median debt is $40,664, about 36% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's degree) at other Louisiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Nicholls State University Thibodaux | $110,948 | $48,211 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $104,763 | $39,290 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette | $103,324 | $51,250 |
| Loyola University New Orleans New Orleans | $100,588 | $51,250 |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches | $98,816 | $41,000 |
| Southern University Law Center Baton Rouge | $96,013 | $41,000 |
| Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge | $96,013 | $41,000 |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe | $95,504 | $36,515 |
| Grambling State University Grambling | $88,898 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from McNeese State University make?
The median salary is $112,712 one year after graduation and $122,089 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $40,664.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.