Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · Linn-Benton Community College · Albany, OR
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Linn-Benton Community College earn a median of $84,912 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 $17,296, about 20% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other Oregon schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rogue Community College Grants Pass | $90,235 | $20,000 |
| Lane Community College Eugene | $89,567 | $16,500 |
| Mt Hood Community College Gresham | $89,499 | $17,353 |
| Umpqua Community College Roseburg | $88,854 | $13,437 |
| Sumner College Portland | $85,561 | $28,637 |
| Central Oregon Community College Bend | $82,582 | $20,000 |
| Chemeketa Community College Salem | $79,890 | $15,000 |
| Columbia Gorge Community College The Dalles | $78,167 | $18,115 |
| Portland Community College Portland | $78,033 | $21,634 |
| Southwestern Oregon Community College Coos Bay | $75,458 | $16,045 |
| Treasure Valley Community College Ontario | $70,211 | $21,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Linn-Benton Community College make?
The median salary is $84,912 one year after graduation and $99,901 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,296.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.