Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · University of North Carolina Wilmington · Wilmington, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of North Carolina Wilmington earn a median of $92,353 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 $28,810, about 31% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $202,919 | $103,942 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $118,061 | $41,000 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $112,198 | $41,971 |
| Duke University Durham | $109,702 | $89,495 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $106,628 | $36,847 |
| South University-High Point High Point | $102,397 | $59,405 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $99,792 | $41,000 |
| Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem | $96,656 | $26,157 |
| Gardner-Webb University Boiling Springs | $94,355 | $41,319 |
| Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte | $93,594 | $40,654 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $93,594 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from University of North Carolina Wilmington make?
The median salary is $92,353 one year after graduation and $125,190 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $28,810.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.