Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College · Perkinston, MS
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College earn a median of $66,438 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 $12,993, about 20% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Mississippi schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi Delta Community College Moorhead | $74,925 | — |
| Southwest Mississippi Community College Summit | $70,513 | — |
| Northwest Mississippi Community College Senatobia | $70,472 | $12,149 |
| Coahoma Community College Clarksdale | $69,120 | — |
| Pearl River Community College Poplarville | $67,190 | $11,250 |
| Jones County Junior College Ellisville | $67,107 | $6,901 |
| Holmes Community College Goodman | $67,054 | $15,216 |
| Hinds Community College Raymond | $65,901 | $12,902 |
| Meridian Community College Meridian | $65,755 | $9,097 |
| Northeast Mississippi Community College Booneville | $60,759 | $11,066 |
| Itawamba Community College Fulton | $60,245 | $10,100 |
| East Central Community College Decatur | $59,183 | $7,665 |
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$16,410
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College make?
The median salary is $66,438 one year after graduation and $69,473 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,993.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.