Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Graduate certificate · Shenandoah University · Winchester, VA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$155,136Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$28,198Median federal debt
23Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Shenandoah University earn a median of $155,136. 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 $28,198, about 18% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Graduate certificate) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| South University-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach | $113,849 | $46,988 |
| South University-Richmond Glen Allen | $113,849 | $46,988 |
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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 $155,136.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $28,198.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.