Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · Metropolitan State University · Saint Paul, MN
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Metropolitan State University earn a median of $100,485 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $138,131 four years after graduating (middle half: $106,294–$185,434). Median debt is $76,250, about 76% of first-year earnings.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester | $189,790 | $105,117 |
| Capella University Minneapolis | $125,356 | $62,201 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $124,788 | $75,166 |
| Walden University Minneapolis | $124,133 | $94,982 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $117,039 | $58,212 |
| The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth | $114,210 | $58,685 |
| Winona State University Winona | $111,705 | $44,750 |
| St Catherine University Saint Paul | $110,870 | $50,013 |
Other programs at Metropolitan State University
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$72,865 - Information Science/StudiesBachelor's degree
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$60,849 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$59,158 - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$56,516 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$56,314 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$54,137 - Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementBachelor's degree
$54,025 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$52,125 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$51,544 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherBachelor's degree
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$49,439 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's degree
$49,083 - Human Resources Management and ServicesBachelor's degree
$48,999 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$47,637 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
$46,490 - Communication and Media StudiesBachelor's degree
$46,320
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Metropolitan State University make?
The median salary is $100,485 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $76,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.