Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · James Madison University · Harrisonburg, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at James Madison University earn a median of $76,490 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $88,910 four years after graduating (middle half: $67,853–$114,470). Median debt is $19,350, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona College of Nursing-Falls Church Falls Church | $85,169 | $40,813 |
| Chamberlain University-Virginia Vienna | $83,188 | $22,213 |
| Shenandoah University Winchester | $81,678 | $25,000 |
| Strayer University-Virginia Arlington | $81,061 | $24,214 |
| Centra College Lynchburg | $80,832 | $12,767 |
| Marymount University Arlington | $80,090 | $20,000 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $78,365 | $13,000 |
| South University-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach | $77,635 | $23,592 |
| South University-Richmond Glen Allen | $77,635 | $23,592 |
| ECPI University Virginia Beach | $77,550 | $18,750 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $76,527 | $17,990 |
| Sentara College of Health Sciences Chesapeake | $76,356 | $18,888 |
| Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Richmond | $76,056 | $24,992 |
| University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg | $76,013 | $12,250 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $75,220 | $15,260 |
Other programs at James Madison University
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$97,814 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$81,761 - Information Science/StudiesBachelor's degree
$80,173 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$76,714 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$71,563 - Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree
$71,372 - Engineering, GeneralBachelor's degree
$71,176 - Political Science and GovernmentMaster's degree
$68,741 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$67,849 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$65,931 - Systems Science and TheoryBachelor's degree
$65,683 - EconomicsBachelor's degree
$62,286 - MarketingBachelor's degree
$61,692 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$60,393 - MathematicsBachelor's degree
$58,810 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$56,055 - Education, GeneralMaster's degree
$55,195 - Science, Technology and SocietyBachelor's degree
$54,235
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from James Madison University make?
The median salary is $76,490 one year after graduation and $79,692 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,350.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.