Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $71,847 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 $21,591, about 30% 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 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $76,490 | $19,350 |
| 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 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University make?
The median salary is $71,847 one year after graduation and $86,488 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,591.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.