Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Howard Community College · Columbia, MD
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Howard Community College earn a median of $71,307 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,813 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,109–$103,839). Median debt is $17,434, about 24% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Maryland schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Prince George's Community College Largo | $89,437 | $13,147 |
| Community College of Baltimore County Baltimore | $75,725 | $14,750 |
| Harford Community College Bel Air | $74,823 | $10,026 |
| Carroll Community College Westminster | $74,079 | $16,197 |
| Hagerstown Community College Hagerstown | $73,996 | $15,000 |
| College of Southern Maryland La Plata | $73,576 | $9,900 |
| Baltimore City Community College Baltimore | $73,091 | — |
| Wor-Wic Community College Salisbury | $70,742 | $11,250 |
| Frederick Community College Frederick | $70,649 | $8,500 |
| Fortis Institute-Towson Towson | $69,200 | $29,028 |
| Allegany College of Maryland Cumberland | $66,303 | $16,551 |
Other programs at Howard Community College
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$58,704 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's degree
$22,042 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralAssociate's degree
$80,840 - Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$75,822 - Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's degree
$52,569 - Management Information Systems and ServicesAssociate's degree
$62,399
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Howard Community College make?
The median salary is $71,307 one year after graduation and $81,504 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,434.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.