Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · North Dakota State College of Science · Wahpeton, ND
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at North Dakota State College of Science earn a median of $59,229 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 $18,773, about 32% 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 Dakota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Dakota College at Bottineau Bottineau | $71,421 | $18,442 |
| Lake Region State College Devils Lake | $68,214 | $13,000 |
| Rasmussen University-North Dakota Fargo | $68,119 | $20,058 |
| Bismarck State College Bismarck | $66,335 | $20,479 |
| Williston State College Williston | $60,944 | $17,841 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from North Dakota State College of Science make?
The median salary is $59,229 one year after graduation and $69,172 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,773.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.