Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Michigan State University earn a median of $75,081 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 $25,000, 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 Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona College of Nursing-Southfield Southfield | $85,169 | $40,813 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan Troy | $83,188 | $22,213 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $80,029 | $25,494 |
| Alma College Alma | $78,690 | — |
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $77,680 | $25,000 |
| Siena Heights University Adrian | $77,581 | $18,334 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $76,244 | $25,250 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $75,760 | $18,196 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $75,458 | $17,500 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $75,149 | $25,500 |
| University of Detroit Mercy Detroit | $75,063 | $25,000 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $74,917 | $20,641 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $74,851 | $21,411 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $74,793 | $24,468 |
| Calvin University Grand Rapids | $73,682 | $25,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Michigan State University make?
The median salary is $75,081 one year after graduation and $79,580 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.