Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Edgecombe Community College · Tarboro, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Edgecombe Community College earn a median of $66,322 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 $14,838, about 22% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Robeson Community College Lumberton | $77,475 | — |
| Stanly Community College Albemarle | $76,008 | — |
| Carolinas College of Health Sciences Charlotte | $75,471 | $16,088 |
| Johnston Community College Smithfield | $74,366 | — |
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $73,310 | — |
| Cleveland Community College Shelby | $73,173 | — |
| College of the Albemarle Elizabeth City | $72,750 | — |
| Fayetteville Technical Community College Fayetteville | $72,523 | $10,500 |
| Vance-Granville Community College Henderson | $72,520 | — |
| Brunswick Community College Bolivia | $71,605 | — |
| Cabarrus College of Health Sciences Concord | $71,240 | $18,500 |
| Halifax Community College Weldon | $70,982 | — |
| Central Carolina Community College Sanford | $70,579 | — |
| South Piedmont Community College Polkton | $70,497 | — |
| Wilson Community College Wilson | $70,152 | $10,500 |
Other programs at Edgecombe Community College
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$21,291 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesAssociate's degree
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$54,953 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's degree
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$38,723
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Edgecombe Community College make?
The median salary is $66,322 one year after graduation and $66,286 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,838.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.