Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Clarkson College
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings Distribution
How Clarkson College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Clarkson College graduates earn $115k, placing them in the 44th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing grad-cert programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Nebraska
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing grad-cert's programs at peer institutions in Nebraska (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkson College | $115,287 | $111,287 | — | — |
| National Median | $116,488 | — | — | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Clarkson College, approximately 30% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.