Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Northwestern State University of Louisiana · Natchitoches, LA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Northwestern State University of Louisiana earn a median of $98,816 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 $41,000, about 41% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| McNeese State University Lake Charles | $112,712 | $40,664 |
| 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 |
| 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 Northwestern State University of Louisiana make?
The median salary is $98,816 one year after graduation and $109,076 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.