Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's degree · University of Charleston · Charleston, WV
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of Charleston earn a median of $67,888 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,813 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,109–$103,839). Median debt is $18,500, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's degree) at other West Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Davis & Elkins College Elkins | $71,201 | $20,000 |
| Fairmont State University Fairmont | $69,582 | $20,371 |
| Blue Ridge Community and Technical College Martinsburg | $68,897 | $18,850 |
| West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown Morgantown | $68,238 | $16,789 |
| BridgeValley Community & Technical College South Charleston | $67,830 | $10,750 |
| Marshall University Huntington | $65,826 | $23,923 |
| West Virginia University at Parkersburg Parkersburg | $64,670 | $14,682 |
| West Virginia Northern Community College Wheeling | $63,473 | $10,720 |
| Bluefield State University Bluefield | $62,242 | $15,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from University of Charleston make?
The median salary is $67,888 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.