Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Northern Arizona University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northern Arizona University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northern Arizona University graduates earn $101k, placing them in the 33th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing masters 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 Arizona
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing masters's programs at peer institutions in Arizona (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Arizona University | $100,866 | $109,998 | — | — |
| Midwestern University-Glendale | $205,504 | — | — | — |
| University of Phoenix-Arizona | $113,925 | $111,460 | — | — |
| Grand Canyon University | $111,869 | $109,021 | — | — |
| Aspen University | $97,705 | — | — | — |
| University of Arizona | $87,254 | $93,025 | — | — |
| National Median | $106,264 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Arizona
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arizona schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Glendale Glendale | — | $205,504 | — |
| University of Phoenix-Arizona Phoenix | $9,552 | $113,925 | — |
| Grand Canyon University Phoenix | $17,450 | $111,869 | — |
| Aspen University Phoenix | $6,264 | $97,705 | — |
| University of Arizona Tucson | $13,626 | $87,254 | — |
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 Northern Arizona University, approximately 30% 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.