Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · Duke University · Durham, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Duke University earn a median of $156,275 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $138,131 four years after graduating (middle half: $106,294–$185,434). Median debt is $105,069, about 67% of first-year earnings.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $149,239 | — |
| Gardner-Webb University Boiling Springs | $111,589 | $32,492 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $106,444 | $37,063 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Duke University make?
The median salary is $156,275 one year after graduation and $149,527 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $105,069.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.