Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of New Mexico-Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of New Mexico-Main Campus graduates earn $98k, placing them in the 25th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing masters 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 Mexico
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing masters's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of New Mexico-Main Campus | $98,087 | $109,213 | — | — |
| Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus | $98,411 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $106,264 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in New Mexico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Mexico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales | $6,863 | $98,411 | — |
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 of New Mexico-Main Campus, approximately 36% 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.