Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Samford University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Samford University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Samford University graduates earn $108k, placing them in the 17th 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 Alabama
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samford University | $107,827 | $112,557 | — | — |
| The University of Alabama | $142,144 | $127,169 | — | — |
| University of South Alabama | $127,618 | $122,856 | — | — |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | $125,952 | $135,017 | — | — |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville | $124,924 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $125,929 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Alabama
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Alabama schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa | $11,900 | $142,144 | — |
| University of South Alabama Mobile | $9,676 | $127,618 | — |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham | $8,832 | $125,952 | — |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville | $11,770 | $124,924 | — |
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 Samford University, approximately 11% 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.