Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Doctoral degree · University of Virginia-Main Campus · Charlottesville, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of Virginia-Main Campus earn a median of $131,091 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $138,131 four years after graduating (middle half: $106,294–$185,434). Median debt is $56,522, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Doctoral degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $203,129 | $102,262 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $193,012 | — |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $115,444 | $57,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from University of Virginia-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $131,091 one year after graduation and $117,601 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $56,522.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.