Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · Shepherd University · Shepherdstown, WV
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Shepherd University earn a median of $75,914 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 $24,875, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's degree) at other West Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| American Public University System Charles Town | $85,161 | $16,093 |
| Fairmont State University Fairmont | $77,962 | $24,230 |
| West Virginia University at Parkersburg Parkersburg | $73,315 | — |
| West Liberty University West Liberty | $71,848 | $27,000 |
| West Virginia University Morgantown | $71,298 | $23,000 |
| West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley | $71,298 | $23,000 |
| Potomac State College of West Virginia University Keyser | $71,298 | $23,000 |
| University of Charleston Charleston | $69,468 | $19,169 |
| Marshall University Huntington | $69,176 | $25,750 |
| Bluefield State University Bluefield | $67,148 | $25,000 |
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$27,494
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Shepherd University make?
The median salary is $75,914 one year after graduation and $81,437 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,875.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.