Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · Salem State University · Salem, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Salem State University earn a median of $80,641 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $88,910 four years after graduating (middle half: $67,853–$114,470). Median debt is $27,000, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Framingham State University Framingham | $95,426 | — |
| Laboure College of Healthcare Milton | $86,071 | $28,973 |
| Simmons University Boston | $85,096 | $22,125 |
| College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee | $83,775 | $20,907 |
| MGH Institute of Health Professions Boston | $81,868 | $25,000 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $81,452 | $25,000 |
| Westfield State University Westfield | $81,136 | $21,000 |
| Fitchburg State University Fitchburg | $80,228 | $26,810 |
| Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Boston | $80,034 | $25,000 |
| American International College Springfield | $79,889 | $34,743 |
| University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston | $79,672 | $24,100 |
| Curry College Milton | $79,242 | $25,000 |
| Boston College Chestnut Hill | $78,934 | $13,000 |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $78,713 | $22,250 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $78,713 | $22,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Salem State University make?
The median salary is $80,641 one year after graduation and $89,918 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.