Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Missouri State University-Springfield
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 Missouri
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing masters's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri State University-Springfield | — | $194,363 | — | — |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | $121,441 | $106,577 | — | — |
| Research College of Nursing | $109,102 | $111,929 | — | — |
| Maryville University of Saint Louis | $106,615 | $108,677 | — | — |
| Rockhurst University | $106,544 | $113,112 | — | — |
| Cox College | $99,678 | $109,058 | — | — |
| National Median | $106,264 | — | — | — |
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 | $121,441 | — |
| Research College of Nursing Kansas City | — | $109,102 | — |
| Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis | $27,166 | $106,615 | — |
| Rockhurst University Kansas City | $43,420 | $106,544 | — |
| Cox College Springfield | $15,599 | $99,678 | — |
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.