Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · Ohio State University-Main Campus · Columbus, OH
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Ohio State University-Main Campus earn a median of $123,858 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 $39,447, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Ohio schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $174,326 | $90,200 |
| Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati | $145,361 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Ohio State University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $123,858 one year after graduation and $138,573 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $39,447.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.