Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of South Dakota
Associate's Degree
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 Dakota
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing associates's programs at peer institutions in South Dakota (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Dakota | — | $58,204 | $35,951 | — |
| National American University-Rapid City | $73,942 | $63,702 | $33,924 | 0.46 |
| Lake Area Technical College | $66,233 | — | $26,212 | 0.40 |
| Southeast Technical College | $62,601 | — | $28,239 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $68,409 | — | $20,751 | 0.30 |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in South Dakota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Dakota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| National American University-Rapid City Rapid City | $16,065 | $73,942 | $33,924 |
| Lake Area Technical College Watertown | $6,718 | $66,233 | $26,212 |
| Southeast Technical College Sioux Falls | $7,650 | $62,601 | $28,239 |
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 South Dakota, 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.