Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Rutgers University-New Brunswick · New Brunswick, NJ
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Rutgers University-New Brunswick earn a median of $102,721 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 $30,750, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Peter's University Jersey City | $128,729 | — |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison | $127,638 | $40,432 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck | $127,638 | $40,432 |
| William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne | $122,569 | — |
| Felician University Lodi | $121,015 | $35,042 |
| Rowan University Glassboro | $119,453 | — |
| Monmouth University West Long Branch | $115,337 | $48,669 |
| Thomas Edison State University Trenton | $111,745 | — |
| Seton Hall University South Orange | $111,063 | $55,040 |
| Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah | $109,999 | — |
| The College of New Jersey Ewing | $107,809 | — |
| Rutgers University-Camden Camden | $102,721 | $30,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick make?
The median salary is $102,721 one year after graduation and $138,979 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $30,750.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.