Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Duquesne University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Duquesne University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Duquesne University graduates earn $115k, placing them in the 30th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing doctoral 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 Pennsylvania
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | $114,822 | $101,355 | — | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $191,924 | — | — | — |
| Drexel University | $168,204 | — | — | — |
| Wilkes University | $150,107 | — | — | — |
| Chatham University | $148,114 | $128,212 | — | — |
| Temple University | $132,390 | $114,850 | — | — |
| National Median | $125,929 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $191,924 | — |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $60,663 | $168,204 | — |
| Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre | $42,286 | $150,107 | — |
| Chatham University Pittsburgh | $43,810 | $148,114 | — |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $132,390 | — |
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 Duquesne University, approximately 18% 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.