Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

First professional degree · University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus · Pittsburgh, PA

CIP 51.38

$158,491Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$155,798Median earnings 4 years after

$153,203Median earnings 5 years after

$80,061Median federal debt

64Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus earn a median of $158,491 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $133,099 four years after graduating (middle half: $107,508–$174,772). Median debt is $80,061, about 51% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus make?

The median salary is $158,491 one year after graduation and $153,203 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $80,061.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.