Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University at Buffalo
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University at Buffalo graduates compare to all programs nationally
University at Buffalo graduates earn $143k, placing them in the 68th 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 New York
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing doctoral's programs at peer institutions in New York (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University at Buffalo | $143,056 | $156,357 | — | — |
| Pace University | $167,781 | $169,095 | — | — |
| New York University | $163,787 | — | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $144,980 | $143,873 | — | — |
| National Median | $125,929 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pace University New York | $51,424 | $167,781 | — |
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $163,787 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $144,980 | — |
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 University at Buffalo, 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.