Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Associate's degree · Vermont State University · Randolph, VT

CIP 51.38

$68,342Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$80,434Median earnings 4 years after

$75,670Median earnings 5 years after

$19,000Median federal debt

138Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Vermont State University earn a median of $68,342 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 $19,000, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $68,342 one year after graduation and $75,670 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,000.

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