Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University · Brooklyn, NY
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University earn a median of $132,479 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 $26,425, about 20% 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 York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Medical College Albany | $238,461 | $60,919 |
| College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island | $153,845 | — |
| CUNY Lehman College Bronx | $150,048 | $22,052 |
| Adelphi University Garden City | $146,993 | $53,604 |
| University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx | $144,239 | — |
| Wagner College Staten Island | $142,212 | $49,365 |
| New York University New York | $141,353 | $67,284 |
| CUNY Hunter College New York | $139,841 | $20,500 |
| Mercy University Dobbs Ferry | $137,806 | — |
| Dominican University New York Orangeburg | $136,977 | $41,000 |
| St. Joseph's University-New York Brooklyn | $136,311 | $43,045 |
| Pace University New York | $136,021 | $47,444 |
| Molloy University Rockville Centre | $133,952 | $45,750 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $132,715 | $116,593 |
| Hofstra University Hempstead | $132,442 | — |
Other programs at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
- Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsMaster's degree
$133,727 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$112,670 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$105,434 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$103,647 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsDoctoral degree
$86,237 - MedicineDoctoral degree
$78,551 - Public HealthMaster's degree
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$91,809
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University make?
The median salary is $132,479 one year after graduation and $163,535 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,425.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.