Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Missouri State University-Springfield
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Missouri State University-Springfield graduates compare to all programs nationally
Missouri State University-Springfield graduates earn $198k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing doctoral programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $198,411 | — | — | — |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | $130,567 | $206,670 | — | — |
| Maryville University of Saint Louis | $115,625 | $126,349 | — | — |
| University of Missouri-Columbia | $113,591 | $110,806 | — | — |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $104,760 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $125,929 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City | $11,988 | $130,567 | — |
| Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis | $27,166 | $115,625 | — |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $14,130 | $113,591 | — |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $13,440 | $104,760 | — |
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 Missouri State University-Springfield, approximately 21% 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.