Earnings Distribution
How Nicholls State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholls State University | $50,546 | $50,465 | -0% |
| University of Holy Cross | $60,037 | $58,872 | -2% |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe | $55,614 | $58,264 | +5% |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana | $55,021 | $54,862 | -0% |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | $52,750 | $51,924 | -2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Educational Administration and Supervision masters's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (16 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Nicholls State UniversityThibodaux | $8,173 | $50,546 | $50,465 | — | — |
 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical CollegeBaton Rouge | $11,954 | $60,719 | — | — | — |
 University of Holy CrossNew Orleans | $16,160 | $60,037 | $58,872 | — | — |
 University of Louisiana at MonroeMonroe | $9,190 | $55,614 | $58,264 | — | — |
 Northwestern State University of LouisianaNatchitoches | $8,864 | $55,021 | $54,862 | — | — |
 Louisiana Tech UniversityRuston | $10,125 | $53,380 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $60,279 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with educational administration and supervision graduates
Training and Development Managers
Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare
Education Administrators, All Other
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 Nicholls State University, approximately 35% 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.