Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Shenandoah University · Winchester, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Shenandoah University earn a median of $124,681 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $120,193 four years after graduating (middle half: $94,642–$149,472). Median debt is $49,022, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $111,341 | $37,750 |
| Bluefield University Bluefield | $108,841 | — |
| Marymount University Arlington | $105,608 | — |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $105,346 | $41,000 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $104,712 | $41,000 |
| ECPI University Virginia Beach | $102,419 | $27,912 |
| South University-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach | $102,397 | $59,405 |
| South University-Richmond Glen Allen | $102,397 | $59,405 |
| Radford University Radford | $101,223 | $30,016 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $97,814 | $29,000 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $95,825 | $34,165 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $89,572 | $55,606 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Shenandoah University make?
The median salary is $124,681 one year after graduation and $121,059 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $49,022.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.