Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Samuel Merritt University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Samuel Merritt University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Samuel Merritt University graduates earn $137k, placing them in the 61th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing doctoral programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing doctoral's programs at peer institutions in California (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Merritt University | $136,861 | — | — | — |
| Western University of Health Sciences | $176,424 | — | — | — |
| California State University-Fresno | $173,047 | $170,525 | — | — |
| California State University-Fullerton | $172,766 | $175,658 | — | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $158,596 | — | — | — |
| University of San Francisco | $155,566 | $186,006 | — | — |
| National Median | $125,929 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western University of Health Sciences Pomona | — | $176,424 | — |
| California State University-Fresno Fresno | $6,980 | $173,047 | — |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $7,073 | $172,766 | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $158,596 | — |
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $155,566 | — |
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 Samuel Merritt University, approximately 18% 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.