Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Kean University
Master's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing masters's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kean University | $115,337* | $107,972 | — | — |
| Saint Peter's University | $128,729* | — | — | — |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus | $127,638* | $127,214 | — | — |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus | $127,638* | $127,214 | — | — |
| William Paterson University of New Jersey | $122,569* | — | — | — |
| Felician University | $121,015* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $106,264* | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Peter's University Jersey City | $41,054 | $128,729 | — |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison | $35,822 | $127,638 | — |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck | $35,822 | $127,638 | — |
| William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne | $15,150 | $122,569 | — |
| Felician University Lodi | $37,830 | $121,015 | — |
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 Kean University, approximately 46% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 13 similar programs in NJ. Actual outcomes may vary.