Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Oakland University · Rochester Hills, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Oakland University earn a median of $108,536 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 $44,928, 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 Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne State University Detroit | $128,146 | $50,500 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $118,273 | $45,578 |
| University of Detroit Mercy Detroit | $115,393 | $71,750 |
| Madonna University Livonia | $112,237 | $50,187 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $106,840 | $38,219 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $104,677 | $48,355 |
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $101,688 | $53,555 |
| Davenport University Grand Rapids | $98,724 | $49,934 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $98,401 | $39,156 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $91,784 | $51,923 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $80,463 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Oakland University make?
The median salary is $108,536 one year after graduation and $132,101 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $44,928.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.