Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's degree · Purdue University Global · West Lafayette, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Purdue University Global earn a median of $78,468 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 $26,350, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Chamberlain University-Indiana Indianapolis | $83,188 | $22,213 |
| Purdue University Northwest Hammond | $77,691 | $17,908 |
| Saint Mary's College Notre Dame | $74,962 | $27,000 |
| University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $74,478 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo | $74,172 | $15,500 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $73,747 | $25,250 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $73,719 | $24,732 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion | $73,557 | $19,271 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion | $73,557 | $19,271 |
| Indiana University-Northwest Gary | $73,335 | $22,539 |
| Indiana University-East Richmond | $72,491 | $21,500 |
| Indiana State University Terre Haute | $72,381 | $24,582 |
| Huntington University Huntington | $71,934 | $26,584 |
| Goshen College Goshen | $71,791 | $19,791 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $71,759 | $19,500 |
Other programs at Purdue University Global
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$92,468 - Fire ProtectionBachelor's degree
$89,622 - Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementMaster's degree
$85,186 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralMaster's degree
$84,133 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsGraduate certificate
$78,478 - Fire ProtectionAssociate's degree
$70,749 - Educational/Instructional Media DesignMaster's degree
$68,411 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's degree
$66,332 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesMaster's degree
$65,254 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$65,048 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$61,977 - Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementBachelor's degree
$61,344 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$59,946 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsUndergraduate certificate
$59,658 - Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree
$58,758 - Fire ProtectionMaster's degree
$57,691
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Purdue University Global make?
The median salary is $78,468 one year after graduation and $97,094 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,350.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.