Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at South University-Columbia
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings Distribution
How South University-Columbia graduates compare to all programs nationally
South University-Columbia graduates earn $114k, placing them in the 36th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing grad-cert 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 South Carolina
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing grad-cert's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South University-Columbia | $113,849 | $108,725 | — | — |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | $136,145 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $116,488 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $12,688 | $136,145 | — |
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 South University-Columbia, approximately 58% 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.