Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Montana State University-Northern · Havre, MT
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Montana State University-Northern earn a median of $61,499. 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 $20,981, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Montana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Montana State University Billings Billings | $72,551 | $19,937 |
| Flathead Valley Community College Kalispell | $71,348 | $18,000 |
| The University of Montana Missoula | $67,743 | $31,111 |
| Miles Community College Miles City | $67,708 | $18,500 |
| Helena College University of Montana Helena | $63,902 | $17,500 |
| Salish Kootenai College Pablo | $52,607 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Montana State University-Northern make?
The median salary is $61,499 and $69,522 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,981.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.