Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Purdue University-Main Campus
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Purdue University-Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
Purdue University-Main Campus graduates earn $110k, placing them in the 60th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing masters's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $110,366 | — | — | — |
| University of Southern Indiana | $113,564 | — | — | — |
| Indiana University-East | $112,242 | — | — | — |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | $110,592 | $112,094 | — | — |
| Indiana University-Kokomo | $110,585 | — | — | — |
| Purdue University Northwest | $108,669 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $106,264 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $10,136 | $113,564 | — |
| Indiana University-East Richmond | $8,179 | $112,242 | — |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $10,449 | $110,592 | — |
| Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo | $8,179 | $110,585 | — |
| Purdue University Northwest Hammond | $8,419 | $108,669 | — |
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 Purdue University-Main Campus, approximately 13% 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.