Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates earn $119k, placing them in the 39th 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 Washington
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Washington (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $119,434 | $119,160 | — | — |
| Gonzaga University | $141,146 | — | — | — |
| Washington State University | $123,908 | $131,867 | — | — |
| Pacific Lutheran University | $104,932 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $125,929 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $53,500 | $141,146 | — |
| Washington State University Pullman | $12,997 | $123,908 | — |
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $50,964 | $104,932 | — |
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 Washington-Seattle Campus, approximately 15% 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.