Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Western Nevada College · Carson City, NV
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Western Nevada College earn a median of $82,312 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 $19,048, about 23% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Nevada schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Carrington College-Reno Reno | $82,838 | $26,500 |
| Truckee Meadows Community College Reno | $80,518 | $17,125 |
| College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas | $77,082 | $9,608 |
| Carrington College-Las Vegas Las Vegas | $76,515 | $32,311 |
| Las Vegas College Las Vegas | $75,561 | $26,312 |
| Galen Health Institutes-Las Vegas Las Vegas | $68,114 | $24,808 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Western Nevada College make?
The median salary is $82,312 one year after graduation and $90,729 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,048.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.