Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Winston-Salem State University · Winston-Salem, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Winston-Salem State University earn a median of $96,656 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 $26,157, about 27% 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 |
| 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 | — |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $92,353 | $28,810 |
Other programs at Winston-Salem State University
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$51,972 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$50,927 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$45,495 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$43,077 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$41,819 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's degree
$35,414 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
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$31,564 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$31,421 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesBachelor's degree
$30,863 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$30,719 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$29,617 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
$28,557 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$26,725 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's degree
$26,467
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Winston-Salem State University make?
The median salary is $96,656 one year after graduation and $118,073 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,157.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.