Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · Union University · Jackson, TN
$184,840Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$182,606Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$152,499Median federal debt
39Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Union University earn a median of $184,840 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 $152,499, about 83% of first-year earnings.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $110,936 | $59,445 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Union University make?
The median salary is $184,840 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $152,499.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.