Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Master's degree · Purdue University Northwest · Hammond, 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 Northwest earn a median of $108,669 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 $33,564, about 31% 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-Main Campus West Lafayette | $110,366 | $23,416 |
| 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 |
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$69,339 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$68,632 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$68,485 - Construction Engineering Technology/TechnicianBachelor's degree
$68,284 - Engineering-Related FieldsBachelor's degree
$66,798 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$65,615 - Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/TechniciansBachelor's degree
$65,059 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$61,699 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$53,062 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$49,993 - Education, GeneralMaster's degree
$49,025 - Human Resources Management and ServicesBachelor's degree
$47,640 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$45,071 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$44,971 - MarketingBachelor's degree
$41,942 - Hospitality Administration/ManagementBachelor's degree
$39,017 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$35,334
Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing graduates from Purdue University Northwest make?
The median salary is $108,669 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $33,564.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.