Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Purdue University-Main Campus · West Lafayette, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Purdue University-Main Campus earn a median of $110,366 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $120,193 four years after graduating (middle half: $94,642–$149,472). Median debt is $23,416, about 21% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $113,564 | $24,415 |
| Indiana University-East Richmond | $112,242 | $44,962 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $110,592 | $40,950 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo | $110,585 | $42,145 |
| Purdue University Northwest Hammond | $108,669 | $33,564 |
| Indiana State University Terre Haute | $107,868 | $44,211 |
| University of Indianapolis Indianapolis | $107,384 | $39,813 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion | $107,199 | $57,924 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion | $107,199 | $57,924 |
| Purdue University Global West Lafayette | $107,024 | $58,675 |
| University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $106,836 | $40,945 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $106,686 | $50,646 |
| Indiana University-South Bend South Bend | $105,865 | $37,451 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $103,103 | $33,250 |
Other programs at Purdue University-Main Campus
- Agricultural Business and ManagementMaster's degree
$133,627 - Engineering, OtherMaster's degree
$120,243 - Mechanical EngineeringDoctoral degree
$119,547 - Mechanical EngineeringMaster's degree
$105,764 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringMaster's degree
$104,331 - Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space EngineeringMaster's degree
$104,329 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$103,280 - Veterinary MedicineFirst professional degree
$102,776 - Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, OtherMaster's degree
$98,342 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$94,786 - Engineering Technologies/Technicians, GeneralMaster's degree
$92,148 - Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree
$89,965 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherUndergraduate certificate
$88,014 - Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and AdministrationFirst professional degree
$86,478 - ChemistryDoctoral degree
$85,580 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$84,300 - Education, GeneralDoctoral degree
$82,750 - Industrial EngineeringBachelor's degree
$81,379 - Chemical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$81,105 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$80,374
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Purdue University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $110,366 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,416.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.