Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Illinois University Edwardsville graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville graduates earn $166k, placing them in the 83th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing doctoral programs nationally.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | $165,748 | — | — | — |
| Millikin University | $259,426 | — | — | — |
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | $223,679 | — | — | — |
| DePaul University | $204,157 | — | — | — |
| Loyola University Chicago | $149,948 | — | — | — |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | $130,967 | $138,574 | — | — |
| 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 | — |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $149,948 | — |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois Addison | $20,604 | $130,967 | — |
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 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, approximately 32% 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.