Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Rush University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Rush University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Rush University graduates earn $120k, placing them in the 39th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing doctoral 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 Illinois
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rush University | $119,538 | $122,737 | — | — |
| Millikin University | $259,426 | — | — | — |
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | $223,679 | — | — | — |
| DePaul University | $204,157 | — | — | — |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | $165,748 | — | — | — |
| Loyola University Chicago | $149,948 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $125,929 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millikin University Decatur | $26,892 | $259,426 | — |
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science North Chicago | — | $223,679 | — |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $204,157 | — |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $12,922 | $165,748 | — |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $149,948 | — |
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 Rush University, approximately 36% 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.