Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduate certificate · Wilkes University · Wilkes-Barre, PA

CIP 51.38

$105,844Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$118,833Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$38,188Median federal debt

—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Wilkes University earn a median of $105,844 one year after completing the program. Nationally, graduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $126,911 four years after graduating (middle half: $95,167–$159,903). Median debt is $38,188, about 36% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree$61,012
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Frequently asked questions

How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Wilkes University make?

The median salary is $105,844 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $38,188.

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